Articles tagged with Educational Methods
A new study by the University of Kansas found that popular online educational resources, such as OERs and PBS, present imperialism in a positive light, often using a
The BrainHealthy Campus partnership at Dallas College equips students with science-backed strategies to strengthen brain performance, support well-being, and improve academic success outcomes. Participants gain access to brain health assessments, workshops, and digital resources to track changes in brain performance over time.
A new analysis from Cure reveals that universities can engage with industry through four distinct pathways, with bottom-decile institutions outperforming top-ranked universities in commercialization and entrepreneurship. The study found that universities can build meaningful partnerships by leveraging their strengths in specific areas,...
Research suggests that giving international students agency in the classroom leads to deeper learning, collaboration, and reflection. Students valued autonomy and collaboration, while also needing guidance from teachers to ensure successful learning outcomes.
FAU will investigate how undergraduate STEM education can better connect scientific discovery with workforce preparation, leveraging industry partnerships and research infrastructure. The project aims to strengthen students' technical and professional skills, scientific problem-solving, and career confidence.
A new tool called Socratic Challenger uses AI to help undergraduate students cultivate critical thinking skills in research question development. The framework, consisting of eight steps, including AI-enabled tasks, enables students to think critically about research and develop meaningful research questions.
The University of Texas at San Antonio School of Nursing has earned a second prestigious Center of Excellence designation in nursing education, recognizing its commitment to advancing innovative approaches to nursing education and student success. The school is one of only 19 nursing education programs nationwide to receive this design...
A randomized trial in 21 Japanese elementary schools found that students respond more strongly to environmental education when nature is framed around its human benefits rather than its intrinsic value. This approach increased students' short-term interest in the environment. In contrast, students who received an ecocentric framing sho...
The University of Phoenix has released a white paper detailing its approach to designing, implementing and scaling competency-based education programs for working adult learners. The publication explores the strategies, technologies and continuous improvement processes used to build the University's competency-based education model, wh...
A new study suggests that a video game designed to raise teens' awareness of mental health issues can reduce symptoms of depression on par with in-school programs. The game, PlaySmart, was played by 269 students for up to six weeks, with significant reductions in symptoms reported after only six weeks.
A recent Finnish study found that more screen time since childhood is associated with better cognitive processing in adolescence. The researchers recommend encouraging active thinking and problem-solving through screen use. The study also highlights the importance of balancing physical activity and sedentary time to promote brain health.
Integrating improvisational theatre, mindfulness meditation, and board games into the classroom can help stabilize—and even improve—students' mental health. The most anxious participants showed a protective effect, with self-efficacy remaining stable.
A study by Peking University First Hospital and collaborators found that a specialty AI knowledge base can aid in standardized learning tasks for venous thromboembolism (VTE) education. The tool reduced the burden of searching and integrating information, allowing learners to focus on clinical reasoning.
A new study found that robot-delivered feedback can help learners recover from mistakes, but more personalized feedback was not automatically more helpful in the next moment. Personalized feedback was linked to better overall performance across the whole task, suggesting a trade-off between detailed feedback and learning speed.
The China Consortium of Elite Teaching Hospitals has published a consensus on a digital intelligence competency framework for medical teachers, identifying five core competencies and 21 secondary indicators to address faculty development needs in the GenAI era. The framework emphasizes the need for medical teachers to understand the li...
A new teaching approach, translingual yarning pedagogy (TYP), combines storytelling, shared learning, and translanguaging to incorporate Aboriginal languages into classrooms. This flexible approach has been found to increase children's active participation and confidence in language learning.
Researchers are exploring innovative technologies to improve disease diagnosis and treatment. AI models have shown promise in speeding up detection and treatment discovery for rare diseases. Meanwhile, electronic noses are being developed for non-invasive cancer screening.
A study found that virtual-physical scenario simulation improves nursing students' learning immersion in home visit training, but the effects on skills need further investigation. The integrated simulation model increased students' emotional buy-in and learning experience, making the interaction feel more realistic.
Researchers found that integrating electronic health record training into coursework increased overall satisfaction and confidence in clinical readiness. Students with prior exposure to EHRs reported stronger perceptions of preparedness for clinical training, leading to reduced technology-related stress on experienced clinicians.
Nishi Rajakaruna, a Cal Poly biological sciences professor, has received the Charles Edwin Bessey Teaching Award for his innovative teaching methods that combine fieldwork, food, culture, and rigorous science. The award recognizes his dedication to improving botanical education at a regional, national, or international level.
A new UMaine study identifies strategies to make outdoor education accessible to all schools, highlighting the importance of community support and collaboration among staff. The research builds on previous work by Lauren Jacobs, who examined successful models in rural Maine schools.
A new study from the University of Copenhagen found that combining fractions with a basketball improves pupils' mathematical skills in primary school. Pupils who participated in an eight-week teaching programme performed 15% better in fractions tests compared to a control group.
A study using Galen's ancient texts highlights the inability of digital simulations and virtual reality to transmit the physical intuition needed for clinical practice. Researchers recreated a dissection to demonstrate that written instructions and digital tools cannot replace hands-on experience.
Researchers argue that childhood behaviors are being pathologized, and instead propose addressing the root causes of psychological distress by reforming education and mental health systems. They advocate for a more collaborative approach, trusting children and families to define themselves and co-construct their support needs.
A digital literacy program designed by McGill researchers improved students' ability to evaluate websites and identify credible sources. The program targeted key skills such as searching for information and addressing conflicting data. Students showed significant improvements in their global performance across all skill categories.
A new study by North Carolina State University found that teaching with food can increase preschoolers' understanding of scientific concepts four times more than traditional methods. The 'More PEAS Please!' program also improved vocabulary skills, with a 20% increase in the group that received the intervention.
Researchers found that firms led by privately educated CEOs experience lower stock market volatility, driven by perception rather than actual performance. This highlights a gap between how markets judge leaders and how they actually behave.
Korea University College of Medicine has established a full-cycle physician-scientist training system from undergraduate studies to graduate school, fellowships, and professorships. The institution will further improve the path of physician-scientists with support from the Korea Health Industry Development Institute.
A University of East London study found that creative, practice-based assessments improved engagement and eliminated disparities in attainment linked to ethnicity. Students from minoritised backgrounds achieved high pass rates and degrees with traditional exams replaced by authentic assessments.
A new study found that girls struggle to master AI due to low confidence and limited institutional support. To overcome this, schools should provide more female role models and create a supportive classroom environment.
The article warns that AI's rapid integration may stifle scientific creativity and innovation, diverting resources away from solving fundamental problems. Dr. Shim argues for preserving human-centered pathways for knowledge generation to ensure diverse thought necessary for breakthroughs.
New research from the University of Kansas found varying approaches to AI use in journalism classes across US institutions. The study suggests that a more consistent approach could better serve education and practice, but inconsistent policies may confuse students. Researchers recommend clearer guidelines from accrediting bodies.
Binghamton University's new initiative aims to advance artificial intelligence for the public good by educating students on foundational AI principles, workforce applications, and ethical considerations. The three-year, $900,000 program includes a free online microcredential and student research opportunities.
A new report highlights the need for schools to embed Indigenous knowledge and practices into their curriculum and training programs. The Moombaki Cultural Learnings Project, led by Curtin University, demonstrates how authentic community-led programs can transform Aboriginal children's wellbeing and sense of belonging.
The University of Houston is strengthening its behavioral health programs with a $1.6 million gift from IntraCare North Hospital, supporting social work and nursing scholarships. This investment addresses Texas' critical shortage of mental health professionals, enabling the next generation of experts to serve communities in need.
The new study introduces a comprehensive framework for conducting umbrella reviews in education, providing a structured and accessible guide for researchers. The study's findings highlight the potential of this method to provide high-quality evidence syntheses and strengthen educational research.
A new framework proposes a Confucius-inspired approach to reimagining higher education, focusing on relational, contextualized, inward-calling, and unified practices. The study revisits foundational philosophy to address societal needs and challenges, highlighting the importance of self-cultivation and social order.
A University of Kansas scholar argues that history standards are prone to politicization, which can lead to a lack of understanding of historical events and people. In contrast, states like Kansas and Maine's 'minimalism' approach focuses on high-level concepts and guiding principles rather than specific content recommendations.
A new study proposes a learning architecture that integrates educational philosophy with AI-driven design, aiming to transform assessment into an ongoing process of reflection. The system prioritizes human judgment and interpretation over standardized metrics, enabling educators to build adaptive and interpretable feedback systems.
Researchers at Dartmouth College developed a mathematical framework to map students' conceptual knowledge from short multiple-choice quizzes, revealing peaks of mastery and valleys of struggle. The technique could enable personalized learning, AI tutoring systems, and more efficient feedback.
A computer simulation improved understanding of refugees among Swedish teenagers who experienced simulated migration journeys. The study found that students exhibited increased social understanding and empathetic attitudes towards immigrants.
A new study found that augmented reality job coaching significantly improves job performance for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The AR-based application delivered real-time guidance, enabling participants to complete complex tasks with minimal external support. This innovative approach has the potential t...
The Double-Helix Logic of Curriculum proposes a structural theory redefining education in AI age, emphasizing coexistence of universality and personalization. This framework situates curriculum within a broader shift towards Human Interdependence Paradigm, structuring conditions for differentiated strengths to accumulate and reinforce ...
A new study suggests that over 40% of UK adults are happy to use ChatGPT for mental health support due to long waiting times for traditional services. However, experts caution that AI should not replace human healthcare professionals and raise concerns about the potential impact on education and physical health.
The study found generally stable motivational patterns, with 4 profiles of motivation and a well-distributed structure. Gender socialization processes emerged, with girls more likely to experience positive shifts, while family context played a significant role in promoting positive transitions.
China's education-healthcare collaboration has undergone a gradual transformation from administratively segmented governance to integrated system coordination. The study finds an imbalance in policy tools, with regulatory frameworks dominating over workforce incentives and institutional motivation mechanisms.
A recent study from Peking University explores how core reflection bridges the gap between educational theory, classroom practice, and teachers' personal well-being. The holistic model leverages traditional Chinese principles to foster deeper professional growth and more sustainable teaching practices.
The new Concurrent Degree Programme combines Bachelor of Science (Nursing) with Master of Science (Biomedical Informatics), equipping nurses with strong capabilities in clinical practice and informatics. Graduates will confidently use complex digital systems and apply insights in real-time to deliver high-quality patient care.
Researchers found that children who aren't friends connect better through play when given a task to complete, especially during goal-directed activities. The study, which involved 148 children aged six to eight, shows that connected communication is crucial for social coordination and teamwork.
After the pandemic, most museums continued offering online programs, with a focus on school programs for K-12 students. The shift was driven by partnerships between museums and public schools in need of digital content.
A cohort study found that adolescent cannabis use is associated with an increased risk of developing psychiatric disorders, particularly psychotic and bipolar conditions. The study's results inform the development of interventions and policies to prevent or delay adolescent cannabis use.
A national report found that education workers are exposed to traumatic levels of violence and psychological harm, with many considering leaving the profession due to stress. The report highlights widespread under-reporting and ineffective institutional responses.
A study found that pairing student journalists with communities through structured conversation can help rebuild trust and teach future reporters how to listen to and investigate the needs of overlooked communities. The program resulted in 27 conversations involving students and 135 community members, generating a complete curriculum f...
Generative AI can play seven distinct roles in combating misinformation, including informer, guardian, persuader, and collaborator. However, its use also poses risks such as hallucinations and deliberate manipulation. To effectively combat misinformation, clear policies on the permissible use of AI are needed.
Experts like Amber Chandler suggest solutions such as no-tech public spaces, phone-free bedtimes, and hands-on problem-solving to help teenagers cope with unprecedented anxiety. Chandler's book offers evidence-based strategies to nurture belonging in a 'scared new world'.
A University of Phoenix study found that integrating AI tasks into coursework improves key learning outcomes and prepares students for AI-enabled roles. The research team redesigned a course with industry advisory councils to focus on real-world needs, yielding positive results in student gains on AI skills and career competencies.
The article explores how Middle Eastern education systems adapt to global models while maintaining local cultures. It highlights the challenges of policy borrowing, teacher learning communities, and classroom critiques of test-driven systems in the region. The studies show that education is an ongoing negotiation, shaping identity, equ...
The SUSA project is driving digital transformation in European healthcare education by delivering 20 bachelor's and 26 master's programs with advanced digital health competencies. This pan-European effort aims to graduate 6558 students and upskill 660 professionals, fostering interoperability and attracting top talent.
A new study reveals a Chinese-style STEM model successfully integrates subject areas to cultivate innovation and practical skills, benefiting all students without increasing burden. The Deep Integration Teaching Model, developed by Shanghai Jing'an Education College, offers a replicable blueprint for schools worldwide.
A new study reveals significant global growth in digital education research from 2018 to 2023, with the Chinese mainland's academic influence growing rapidly. The study attributes this momentum to strategic policy support, robust infrastructure, and international collaboration.