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No time to attend an
in-person seminar? Get your training on-demand
with EWA’s free online series. All of our past events are
archived here, with new live events scheduled throughout the
year.
Learning in the pandemic has its challenges, but for a lot of
students the problem is more fundamental: They are missing out on
school altogether this fall, or showing up sporadically.
Schools that have opted for virtual learning are struggling to
get every student connected online and consistently in class.
Recent news coverage in Chicago, Detroit, and elsewhere has
highlighted thousands of students missing from online classes,
though intensive outreach has helped reduce the problem.
The stories education journalists tell can make a powerful impact
in communities: deepening public understanding of critical
issues, highlighting inequities, and holding public officials
accountable. But sometimes their stories — and even their choice
of words and phrases — may have unintended and potentially
harmful effects on public attitudes toward young people. Those
depictions can amplify stereotypes or distort impressions of
youths.
Many education journalists covering the pandemic’s impacts on
children and families are diving into the early learning and
child care beat for the first time, given the massive disruption
to this sector in communities nationwide. EWA is here to help!
Effectively covering the early learning and care sector requires
understanding the complex world of child care policy and funding,
including a dizzying array of federal and state programs, as well
as costs, subsidies, reimbursements, eligibility, and tax
credits.
With millions of U.S. students continuing to learn remotely this
fall, education reporters need reliable information on broadband
internet access in homes to cover the story and shine a spotlight
on the digital divides within and across communities.
At 1 p.m. Eastern on August, 18, 2020 ProPublica will be
offering a webinar on the challenges college students are
facing to cast a ballot this year. The speakers will
be Campus Vote Project Deputy Director Raaheela Ahmed, Texas
State Coordinator Maya Patel, and Fair Elections Center Senior
Counsel Michelle Kanter Cohen.
Attendance at this webinar is limited to EWA members and
ProPublica’s Electionland partners.
The pandemic has made stark the glaring worldwide inequities in
access to education. Many now-shuttered schools in marginalized
communities haven’t been able to provide their students
with any meaningful instruction at all. Those in wealthier
communities are offering online classes of varying quality. And a
growing number of the rich are setting up small private “pods” or
mini-schools to ensure their kids get in-person
tutoring.
The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown American education into turmoil.
Questions abound on the safety of operating schools and colleges
in person this fall (or later on), and the trade-offs for
children and young people told to stay home.
Two public health experts addressed a host of tough issues, and
fielded questions, during this EWA webinar.
The pandemic is causing an unprecedented disruption to the
education of millions of students nationwide, with more questions
than answers. Whether you are an education beat reporter or are
interested in investigating schools, colleges or universities,
what are the stories this summer amid COVID-19 you can be working
on? Join this webinar on Thursday, June 25, at 2 p.m.
Eastern.
Anecdotes abound on the nation’s massive, pandemic-driven
experiment with remote learning. But what’s the reality? New,
national survey data shine a light on the experiences and
impressions of educators and families.
Journalist members of the Education Writers Association will
have an exclusive opportunity to get advice from two editors
who are buying education stories from freelancers at 2:30 p.m.
Eastern, Tuesday, May 19.
Editors at The Hechinger Report and Money will
explain how to get your pitches heard by their staffs, what
they want from freelance writers, and how much they pay.
Each year, hundreds of thousands of new teachers are licensed in
the United States. With the shuttering of schools and colleges
due to the coronavirus pandemic, states are using emergency
waivers to certify teacher candidates who are unable to complete
preparation requirements such as coursework, student teaching,
and certification exams.
Along with these swift changes come new questions about the
teacher workforce and what will happen to the educator pipeline
in the midst of a public health emergency and economic recession.
State sunshine laws and open meetings acts are meant to promote
government transparency and democratic participation. But as
COVID-19 has prompted school boards and state educational
agencies to shift to virtual meetings, reporters have already
seen slippages in adherence to transparency laws.
With big budget deadlines looming and other major decisions being
made every day, journalists and analysts are wondering if the
move to virtual meetings means virtually zero public input and
communication.
How can journalists who are (mostly) stuck at home during the
pandemic continue to cultivate sources and tell compelling
stories of the real human experience unfolding for students and
families?
Two reporters provide practical advice and strategies in this
webinar from the Education Writers Association. How can you make
the most of virtually following a student via Zoom as he tries to
learn at home? What are the best tools to cast a wide net in your
community to identify fresh voices for news coverage?
The pandemic has forced nearly every college in the country to
cancel spring classes, sent endowments plunging, and slashed
state tax revenues that had been funding public universities.
That triple whammy has already driven some colleges out of
business altogether. Many more are likely to follow. But which
ones?
In this EWA webinar, Susan Fitzgerald, who analyzes the financial
strength of colleges for the Moody’s Investors Service bond
rating agency, explains how even math-averse journalists can
investigate the financial outlook for the colleges they
cover.
With millions of K-12 students stuck at home during the pandemic,
the nation is engaged in a massive, crisis-driven experiment in
remote learning. What do education journalists need to know to
better understand and report on what’s happening? To help address
that question, EWA is turning to one of the pioneers in online
learning — Khan Academy founder and CEO Sal Khan.
As geysers of alarming health and economic news and rumors flood
the public sphere, communication specialists struggle to
disseminate clear, accurate information about important issues.
They’ll also help tell communities what the safest practices are
for rejoining social life as organizations roll out plans for a
new normal. It’s more important than ever for people in
communications roles to cut through the chaos of
misinformation.
Staggered start times. Classroom desks spaced six feet apart.
School buses running at half capacity. A blend of in-person and
online learning. And LOTS of handwashing.
Today’s students are struggling with separation from their social circles, the loss of important celebrations like graduation and prom, and, in many cases, life-and-death issues such as an inability to escape a turbulent home life. They’re also digital natives accustomed to socializing online and, in many cases, have used their time to create delightful moments of humor and hope.
As the coronavirus pandemic triggers widespread furloughs and
layoffs at news outlets, a growing number of education
reporters are seeking freelance opportunities to
continue covering their vitally important beat.
But which publications are paying for journalism these days?
And how can education reporters cut through the noise to get
their pitches heard?
Covering Student Absenteeism in the COVID-19 Era
Learning in the pandemic has its challenges, but for a lot of students the problem is more fundamental: They are missing out on school altogether this fall, or showing up sporadically.
Schools that have opted for virtual learning are struggling to get every student connected online and consistently in class. Recent news coverage in Chicago, Detroit, and elsewhere has highlighted thousands of students missing from online classes, though intensive outreach has helped reduce the problem.
Rethinking How Journalists Write About Young People
The stories education journalists tell can make a powerful impact in communities: deepening public understanding of critical issues, highlighting inequities, and holding public officials accountable. But sometimes their stories — and even their choice of words and phrases — may have unintended and potentially harmful effects on public attitudes toward young people. Those depictions can amplify stereotypes or distort impressions of youths.
Child Care Policy and COVID-19: A Roadmap for Education Journalists
Many education journalists covering the pandemic’s impacts on children and families are diving into the early learning and child care beat for the first time, given the massive disruption to this sector in communities nationwide. EWA is here to help!
Effectively covering the early learning and care sector requires understanding the complex world of child care policy and funding, including a dizzying array of federal and state programs, as well as costs, subsidies, reimbursements, eligibility, and tax credits.
Data Tool Spotlights Gaps in Home Internet Access for Local Communities
Get training to use reporter-friendly database
With millions of U.S. students continuing to learn remotely this fall, education reporters need reliable information on broadband internet access in homes to cover the story and shine a spotlight on the digital divides within and across communities.
Covering Student Voting: Exclusive Opportunity for EWA Members
ProPublica offers EWA members free training
At 1 p.m. Eastern on August, 18, 2020 ProPublica will be offering a webinar on the challenges college students are facing to cast a ballot this year. The speakers will be Campus Vote Project Deputy Director Raaheela Ahmed, Texas State Coordinator Maya Patel, and Fair Elections Center Senior Counsel Michelle Kanter Cohen.
Attendance at this webinar is limited to EWA members and ProPublica’s Electionland partners.
Register now to reserve your seat!
COVID-19 and Education: What’s the Future of School?
The pandemic has made stark the glaring worldwide inequities in access to education. Many now-shuttered schools in marginalized communities haven’t been able to provide their students with any meaningful instruction at all. Those in wealthier communities are offering online classes of varying quality. And a growing number of the rich are setting up small private “pods” or mini-schools to ensure their kids get in-person tutoring.
But Is It Safe to Open Schools? Public Health Experts Weigh In
The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown American education into turmoil. Questions abound on the safety of operating schools and colleges in person this fall (or later on), and the trade-offs for children and young people told to stay home.
Two public health experts addressed a host of tough issues, and fielded questions, during this EWA webinar.
Summer Means Sunlight: Investigative Angles on Education Stories in the COVID-19 Era
This webinar is co-hosted by Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE) and EWA.
The pandemic is causing an unprecedented disruption to the education of millions of students nationwide, with more questions than answers. Whether you are an education beat reporter or are interested in investigating schools, colleges or universities, what are the stories this summer amid COVID-19 you can be working on? Join this webinar on Thursday, June 25, at 2 p.m. Eastern.
What Are Educators, Families Saying About Remote Learning?
Two new surveys offer insights on education during the coronavirus pandemic
Anecdotes abound on the nation’s massive, pandemic-driven experiment with remote learning. But what’s the reality? New, national survey data shine a light on the experiences and impressions of educators and families.
Express Webinar: Meet Editors Buying Freelance Education Stories
Editors explain how to pitch and what to expect
Journalist members of the Education Writers Association will have an exclusive opportunity to get advice from two editors who are buying education stories from freelancers at 2:30 p.m. Eastern, Tuesday, May 19.
Editors at The Hechinger Report and Money will explain how to get your pitches heard by their staffs, what they want from freelance writers, and how much they pay.
Teacher Prep, Interrupted: Licensing Educators During Coronavirus
Experts discuss emergency waivers and their potential impact
Each year, hundreds of thousands of new teachers are licensed in the United States. With the shuttering of schools and colleges due to the coronavirus pandemic, states are using emergency waivers to certify teacher candidates who are unable to complete preparation requirements such as coursework, student teaching, and certification exams.
Along with these swift changes come new questions about the teacher workforce and what will happen to the educator pipeline in the midst of a public health emergency and economic recession.
Behind (Remotely) Closed Doors: Keeping Tabs on School Boards and Leaders
State sunshine laws and open meetings acts are meant to promote government transparency and democratic participation. But as COVID-19 has prompted school boards and state educational agencies to shift to virtual meetings, reporters have already seen slippages in adherence to transparency laws.
With big budget deadlines looming and other major decisions being made every day, journalists and analysts are wondering if the move to virtual meetings means virtually zero public input and communication.
Reporting Remotely: Strategies for Sourcing From Home
How can journalists who are (mostly) stuck at home during the pandemic continue to cultivate sources and tell compelling stories of the real human experience unfolding for students and families?
Two reporters provide practical advice and strategies in this webinar from the Education Writers Association. How can you make the most of virtually following a student via Zoom as he tries to learn at home? What are the best tools to cast a wide net in your community to identify fresh voices for news coverage?
Will The Coronavirus Drive Your College Out of Business?
The pandemic has forced nearly every college in the country to cancel spring classes, sent endowments plunging, and slashed state tax revenues that had been funding public universities. That triple whammy has already driven some colleges out of business altogether. Many more are likely to follow. But which ones?
In this EWA webinar, Susan Fitzgerald, who analyzes the financial strength of colleges for the Moody’s Investors Service bond rating agency, explains how even math-averse journalists can investigate the financial outlook for the colleges they cover.
What Khan Academy’s Founder Wants You to Know About Online Learning
Sal Khan shares insights on education during the coronavirus pandemic and the future of learning
With millions of K-12 students stuck at home during the pandemic, the nation is engaged in a massive, crisis-driven experiment in remote learning. What do education journalists need to know to better understand and report on what’s happening? To help address that question, EWA is turning to one of the pioneers in online learning — Khan Academy founder and CEO Sal Khan.
Community Member Webinar: Communicating Through the Coronavirus Era
As geysers of alarming health and economic news and rumors flood the public sphere, communication specialists struggle to disseminate clear, accurate information about important issues. They’ll also help tell communities what the safest practices are for rejoining social life as organizations roll out plans for a new normal. It’s more important than ever for people in communications roles to cut through the chaos of misinformation.
Get Ready for the ‘New (Ab)normal’: How Will School Look Different This Fall?
What reporters need to know about the coronavirus' impact
Staggered start times. Classroom desks spaced six feet apart. School buses running at half capacity. A blend of in-person and online learning. And LOTS of handwashing.
What Does the Coronavirus Recession Mean for School Finance?
With the U.S. economy having ground to a halt and the nation suddenly thrust into a recession, what are the implications for K-12 education funding?
Prioritizing Mental Health Care and Coverage During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Get story ideas and self-care tips from this double-duty webinar
Today’s students are struggling with separation from their social circles, the loss of important celebrations like graduation and prom, and, in many cases, life-and-death issues such as an inability to escape a turbulent home life. They’re also digital natives accustomed to socializing online and, in many cases, have used their time to create delightful moments of humor and hope.
Express Webinar: How to Get Your Freelance Education Stories Published
Editors explain how to pitch and what to expect
As the coronavirus pandemic triggers widespread furloughs and layoffs at news outlets, a growing number of education reporters are seeking freelance opportunities to continue covering their vitally important beat.
But which publications are paying for journalism these days? And how can education reporters cut through the noise to get their pitches heard?