Articles tagged with Education Policy
The MetLife Foundation Journalists in Aging Fellows Program will continue its fourth year, supporting journalists in covering aging issues. The program provides valuable insight into the complex challenges facing seniors, particularly those from under-served ethnic communities.
The Geiger Gibson Program in Community Health Policy has selected eight young Emerging Leaders for their outstanding policy and leadership achievements. The award highlights the future leaders of community health centers, recognizing commitment, motivation, professional achievement, and leadership qualities.
New research from Michigan State University finds that publicizing performance data for K-12 schools can lead to decreased parent satisfaction and erosion of trust in the schools. The study suggests that clear and easy-to-understand grading systems are crucial, rather than constantly changing them for policy or political purposes.
The SAGE Junior Faculty Teaching Award recognizes promising new faculty members in the criminal justice and criminology disciplines. Ten award winners will receive grants to support their travel to the ACJS annual meeting, fostering a network of support at the beginning of their career.
A new study highlights the lack of availability and accessibility of water in child care centers, which can hinder the development of health habits. The researchers emphasize the need for policy change and support to help centers meet existing water policies and promote healthy beverage practices.
A recent study found that Success for All instruction had no positive or negative effect on reading achievement in grades 3 through 5, contrasting with earlier findings in kindergarten through grade 2. This suggests that alternative strategies may be needed to promote stronger impacts for older students.
The 2011 TIMSS and PIRLS assessments reported global student achievement in mathematics, science, and reading, with East Asian countries leading the way. The top-performing countries in each subject were identified, along with trends in achievement over time.
A UT-Austin study reveals that punitive school policies pose significant barriers to educational attainment for students with criminal records. Compared to non-arrested peers, arrested teens dropped out of high school at a rate 22 percentage points higher and were less likely to enroll in four-year colleges.
Despite criticism that local school boards are outdated, Americans favor local control, with over 40 years of public surveys showing strong support for local governance. Local leaders should be involved in shaping federal policies and receiving resources to implement them.
A Canadian Medical Association Journal analysis reveals a gap in consent policies for pelvic exams under anesthesia. The updated policy statement for medical students requires explicit consent, but residents are not subject to the same requirements, leaving some women less protected.
A study by Geoffrey T. Wodtke finds that education does not increase support for affirmative action among whites and minorities, contradicting the common view that education is uniformly liberalizing. However, it does increase support for race-targeted job training. Education also has no effect on negative stereotyping among Asians.
A new study by Rutgers University finds that paid family leave is associated with increased wages for women, reduced spending on employee replacement costs, and lower rates of public assistance. The research also highlights the need for a national policy to provide workers with stable time off to care for their families.
Two papers examine the history of Healthy People Objectives and the new integration of social determinants in Healthy People 2020. The authors conclude that addressing root causes requires collective effort and expanded partnerships to make true impacts on public health. Health experts call for systems thinking and a new metric of heal...
State and school district policies mandating minimum requirements for physical education and recess time are associated with schools meeting physical activity recommendations. Schools with laws requiring 150 minutes/week of physical education had higher odds of meeting recess recommendations.
The Canadian Diabetes Association has partnered with Elsevier to publish the Canadian Journal of Diabetes, a peer-reviewed journal promoting knowledge sharing and advancing diabetes research. The partnership aims to enhance the journal's excellence through Elsevier's global reach and expertise in scientific publication.
Doris Santoro argues that rigid curricula and high-stakes testing undermine a teacher's ability to respond to students' needs. The author emphasizes the distinction between burnout and demoralization, highlighting the need for policymakers to promote quality teaching.
A new study from NYUCN found that nursing error disclosure is a challenging process for nurses in nursing home settings. The study highlights the need for improved communication processes and policies to enhance patient safety culture.
New research highlights differences in health outcomes and educational equity between LGBTQ- and straight-identified youth. Biases in school belongingness and unexcused absences are significantly greater among LGBTQ students, particularly middle schoolers.
The Merck Childhood Asthma Network, Inc. has invested over $4 million in funding to implement the CHAMPS partnership in five non-profit health centers. The program aims to demonstrate effective asthma management tools in real-world settings where many children and families need care.
A campus smoking ban significantly reduced student smoking rates and altered attitudes toward smoking regulations over two years. The study found that the policy change also influenced students' norms and behaviors even with weak enforcement.
The ARGOS proceedings examine global health policy challenges and the socioeconomic impact of eHealth, promoting shared methods and collaborative solutions for EU-US cooperation. The project highlights the importance of a global approach to addressing health ICT challenges, with benefits for patients, health systems, and economies.
A new study reveals that states considering in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants are more likely to have a large foreign-born population and higher relative unemployment. States with female legislators who favor civil liberties policies also tend to consider tuition bills.
A recent study by Joel E. Cohen and colleagues found that childbearing impeded education more than education reduced childbearing among Norwegian women. The researchers followed all women born in Norway in 1964 through the end of their childbearing, using year-by-year data on education, enrollment, and reproduction.
A simple roll of duct tape has been proven to be an effective solution for hospital communication with isolated patients. The 'Red Box' safe zone saves up to 2,700 hours and $110,000 annually by reducing the need for personal protective equipment.
Despite state laws limiting collective bargaining, teacher unions have increased their political power through campaign contributions to candidates for state office. This allows them to exert significant influence on education policy, including teacher pay and evaluation policies.
A study found significant differences in math curricula across US states and school districts, placing some students at a disadvantage. The research, published in the American Journal of Education, suggests that less demanding curricula can lead to poor outcomes despite controlling for socio-economic status.
A study by Indiana University found that primary and state-secular schools in Israel adopted environmental education changes more likely than secondary and religious schools. Community-based grassroots efforts played a key role in this adoption.
A new study presents exciting data showing that quadruple therapy can achieve a 100% sustained virological response (SVR) rate in HCV patients who have failed previous treatments. This breakthrough could mark the next generation of HCV treatment and provide new hope for thousands of patients worldwide.
The International Medical Informatics Association (IMIA) and the Global Health Informatics Partnership (GHIP) announce a strategic alliance to enhance global health information and communication systems, create learning modules for public health and clinical workers, and support local centers of excellence in health informatics. The pa...
A new study by Northwestern University researchers uses complex systems and computer modeling to better understand educational policies. The approach, which treats education as a complex system, has been applied to school choice and student tracking, revealing promising results in understanding policy implications.
A University of Wisconsin-Madison researcher systematically examined 25 years of rigorous research to explain community college student success and identify remedies for dropouts. Key findings include the importance of institutional practices, federal and state resources, and incentives for college and student performance.
Research suggests wives are more likely to enter labor force when husbands stop working during economic downturn, highlighting shifting gender roles in families. Jobs in health and education industries provide a reliable source of income for families during recession.
The premier issue of Childhood Obesity aims to provide physicians, nurses, and policymakers with actionable content on environmental and policy changes, patient education, and clinical advances in the field. The journal features an editorial by US Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin and a series of essays on addressing childhood obesity.
The CLASS Act has the potential to transform long-term care financing in the US by introducing a voluntary, federally administered insurance program. This program would provide middle-class Americans with the choice to plan ahead for personal care and supportive service needs.
A new study by Michigan State University researchers finds that zero tolerance policies in schools are failing to make students feel safe. The policies, established in the mid-1990s, have become plagued by inconsistent enforcement and inadequate security.
In Pennsylvania, school districts set goals to reduce childhood obesity through improved snacks and nutrition education, resulting in a 75% increase in healthy food options. However, physical activity opportunities remained stagnant despite legislation requiring it, leaving room for improvement.
A new study published in the American Journal of Public Health found that poverty and high school dropout rates have a significant impact on health, with poor individuals losing 8.2 years of perfect health. The study suggests that addressing poverty and education is crucial to improving population health.
A new study by the University of Western Ontario reveals that couples in shared roles models, where both partners contribute to unpaid work, experience higher average measures of happiness and life satisfaction. This model is advantageous for society, promoting gender equity and maximizing labor force participation.
Eric A. Coleman has been awarded the 2009 Maxwell A. Pollack Award for his work on enhancing patient care transitions and promoting safe and effective care across acute and post-acute settings.
A study found that 60% of US medical schools reported incidents of students posting unprofessional content online, with 13% reporting incidents involving violation of patient confidentiality. Many schools lack policies to address these issues, and only 38% have formal professionalism curricula.
The AF Stat Call to Action outlines critical issues and recommends priority actions in policy, education, management, and quality. The report aims to reduce the burden of atrial fibrillation by improving understanding, diagnosis, and management among all parties affected.
The role of society in preventing chronic diseases such as CVD is crucial. Governments, industries, and civil society must collaborate to promote healthy lifestyles and environments. The impact of societal changes on health outcomes has been observed in countries like Finland, where CVD mortality has decreased by over 70%.
A study by University of Illinois expert Christopher Lubienski found that market-based approaches to school choice lead to exclusionary strategies, favoring affluent students. Schools compete to attract high-need students, but often leave them marginalized, and instead target 'active families' with resources.
A recent study by Nancy Morrow-Howell and colleagues found that older adults' reported benefits from volunteering depend on the characteristics of the programs they participate in. Benefits included improved overall health, family well-being, and personal satisfaction.
Two special peer-reviewed journals feature articles from a transatlantic meeting on strengthening global health promotion practice, including eight domains of core competency. The journals promote international collaboration in health education and health promotion.
A new book by Boston College researchers George Madaus, Michael Russell, and Jennifer Higgins explores the unintended consequences of high-stakes testing on students, teachers, and schools. The authors propose reforms to improve test accuracy, provide detailed diagnostic information, and measure essential 21st-century skills.
A new article in Family Relations explores the concept of community capacity building to provide essential support to military families. The framework outlines a collaborative approach to connecting isolated families with support services, enhancing family strengths and preventing stressful experiences from becoming crises.
Researchers found that alternative teacher certification programs (ATCPs) lack focus on teacher development and support. Teachers with prior educational-relevant experience demonstrate higher instruction quality and greater empathy for students.
A recent study by SAGE found that Mexican immigrants face harsher treatment in California than Texas, with more anti-immigrant policies and lower wages. The longer they stay in the US, the fewer disadvantages they face.
The Lancet Editorial emphasizes the need for governments to implement policies focusing on price, availability, and affordability of alcohol. Recent guidance in the UK and Australia advises delaying drinking onset age, but warns that education alone may not be effective without complementary population-level policies.
The National Mathematics Advisory Panel's final report was subject to scrutiny in a special issue of Educational Researcher, with experts discussing the report's limitations and potential solutions. Researchers highlighted concerns over quantitative focus, lack of clear framing, and failure to address achievement disparities.
The Bamako call to action emphasizes the importance of knowledge translation, regional alliances, and robust regulatory frameworks in strengthening health systems. Countries committed to allocating at least 2% of national health budgets to research and funding funders to invest at least 5% of health sector aid to research.
A study by K-State psychologist Satoris Culbertson found that perceived family-friendly environments benefit both individuals and organizations. The research showed that these environments increase intent to remain in the military and unit capability of successful performance.
A study by Sarah Kendig and Suzanne Bianchi found that single mothers spend less time with their children than married mothers. However, if single mothers had similar levels of education and employment as married mothers, they would spend the same amount of time with their children.
Teacher qualifications are more equally distributed across New York City public schools, with stronger teachers in low-income schools, leading to modest improvements in student math achievement. Recruiting more qualified teachers is recommended to further enhance teaching quality.
The AERA-NAEd assessment will examine 16 major fields of education research, focusing on over 900 programs in 120 universities. The study aims to establish benchmarks and quality criteria for education research doctorate programs.
A comparative study reveals that school vouchers were more easily adopted in Sweden due to its efficient parliamentary coalition system, whereas the US federal government's divided power hindered adoption. The study shows how political institutions impact policy-making in education reform.
A new study on Sudanese refugee children separated from their parents during the civil war reveals that they employed various coping mechanisms to deal with uncertainty. The children turned to peers for information about their families and formed alternative families within the camps, showing resilience in the face of adversity.
Leaders from 26 countries agree on eight domains of core competency for effective health promotion practice, including Catalyzing change and Partnerships. The consensus statement aims to strengthen global capacity in health promotion and education by establishing standards and quality assurance mechanisms.
A study by Meeta Prasad analyzed in-hospital mortality across over 230,000 patients and found a small but significant decrease in mortality after working hour limits were enforced. The researchers suggest that medical training may not require such brutal hours and sleep deprivation.