A new study from Florida International University found that students who attended public school pre-K performed better academically through high school than those in family-based childcare. The benefits of public school pre-K persisted into adolescence and were attributed to higher-quality teachers and curricula.
SourceFlorida International University·JournalEarly Childhood Research Quarterly·TypeObservational study·DateAug 11, 2026
Researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute are launching a three-year project to train high school teachers in quantum information science and cybersecurity. The program aims to inspire young people to pursue education and careers in emerging science and technology fields.
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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.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·JournalThe Nurse Practitioner·DateJul 14, 2026
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.
SourceUniversity of Maine·JournalThe Rural Educator·DateJun 15, 2026
A new book explores how prestigious classical music programmes in Europe, such as the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music and Sibelius Academy, reflect notions of male genius and national character. Researchers found that contemporary teaching prioritizes promoting national composers and sound ideals, while also reproducing traditional methods.
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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 randomized controlled trial conducted by Mass General Brigham researchers found that a parental support package significantly reduced burnout in child-bearing physician trainees. The package included wearable breast pumps, digital perinatal care access, and faculty mentorship.
SourceMass General Brigham·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMay 13, 2026
A study by Adelaide University researchers found that teacher self-efficacy is critical in creating safe learning environments for young children experiencing trauma. Early years teachers play a vital role in supporting children's wellbeing and helping to break cycles of disadvantage.
SourceAdelaide University·JournalThe Australian Educational Researcher·TypeCase study·DateMay 4, 2026
Nine European high school students completed a six-day simulated Mars mission in Portugal, operating rovers and conducting scientific experiments. The EXPLORE-2 mission aimed to develop young Europeans' STEM skills and team management capabilities, with participants designing their own mission plans and making operational decisions.
SourceInternational Science Council Committee on Space Research·DateApr 21, 2026
The UT San Antonio School of Health Professions' Doctor of Physical Therapy program has climbed national rankings due to its five-decade commitment to excellence. The program's curriculum includes clinical affiliations, interprofessional collaborative care, and a selective rotation tailored to student interests.
SourceThe University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center·DateApr 13, 2026
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A new study from Norwegian University of Science and Technology suggests that observing experienced therapists can enhance psychology students' ability to talk with patients. Psychology students who observed therapists over 10 weeks improved their ability to form bonds and repair relationships with patients, according to the research.
SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalPsychotherapy Research·TypeObservational study·DateApr 7, 2026
NTU Singapore aims to integrate AI into 40% of its undergraduate courses by 2030. Half will use personalized learning, while the other half will teach students how to build and deploy AI agents. Students will have access to Google's premium AI tools and computing credits to create their own agents.
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...
SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalFocus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2026
A new survey reveals a significant difference between girls' and boys' well-being at school. Girls are found to be happier than boys due to stronger connections with their peers and feeling safe at school. In contrast, boys tend to score lower in academic subjects like reading and science but excel in physical education.
SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalEuropean Early Childhood Education Research Journal·TypeSurvey·DateJan 30, 2026
Graduate students at MUSC are earning digital badges in science communications, highlighting their ability to explain complex scientific concepts to the public. This program is part of a larger shift towards providing graduate students with valuable skills that apply to multiple career paths in science.
SourceMedical University of South Carolina·JournalJournal of Clinical and Translational Science·TypeSurvey·DateJan 27, 2026
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A meta-analysis of 18 studies found that playing linear number board games can meaningfully improve early math skills like counting, number recognition, and understanding quantity. Brief play sessions of 10 minutes or less have lasting benefits for young children's numeracy skills.
SourceUniversity of Oregon·JournalReview of Educational Research·DateJan 13, 2026
A study in Iceland found that adding more physical education and passion project classes to a school day improves young children's well-being, reading skills, and overall school experience. The researchers discovered that this holistic approach increases enjoyment and mastery of school subjects, leading to better academic performance.
SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalActa Psychologica·TypeObservational study·DateNov 13, 2025
A new report from the Higher Education Policy Institute calls for a fundamental rethink of NHS clinical placement provision. The paper proposes practical interventions to make placements more effective and sustainable, including greater use of simulation and digital learning, new supervision frameworks, and community-based models.
SourceUniversity of East London·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateNov 12, 2025
The program aims to train 40 people over three years with a focus on experiential learning, offering hands-on training and internships in hydrogen safety, production, use, and infrastructure manufacturing. Students will gain theoretical knowledge about hydrogen while also getting industry experience.
The Lundquist Institute has been awarded $9 million by the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) to establish a Community Center of Excellence for Regenerative Medicine. This center will expand access to cutting-edge regenerative therapies and create skilled healthcare professionals in underserved communities.
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A new study from the University of Houston reveals that outdoor fun with a focus on challenge, novelty, and guidance can promote positive youth development. The 'Four Types of Fun' model offers a theoretical framework for understanding fun and its role in character building.
SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalJournal of Outdoor and Environmental Education·DateOct 29, 2025
The University of Houston has received a $1 million grant to study teacher certification pathways and their impact on student outcomes in Texas. The project aims to provide new statewide data, research, and policy analysis to reduce the number of uncertified teachers in Texas classrooms.
The Lehigh K-12 Computer Science STEELS Toolkit provides flexible, free enrichment activities for elementary and secondary classrooms. The toolkit aligns with Pennsylvania's STEELS framework and aims to foster integrated literacy in science, technology, engineering, and sustainability.
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The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) has exceeded its $500 million fundraising goal through the Be Bold: A Campaign for Our Future initiative. The campaign, which aimed to accelerate student success, advance research excellence, and expand community impact, garnered support from over 60,000 donors contributing over 200,000 gif...
Research reveals that children's swimming skills are significantly lower in natural environments compared to controlled settings. The study emphasizes the importance of adapting swimming instruction to account for environmental differences.
SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalPhysical Education and Sport Pedagogy·TypeObservational study·DateJul 17, 2025
Nine European high school students spent months in an isolated habitat simulating life on Mars, developing essential skills like problem-solving and collaboration. The EXPLORE project aims to inspire a passion for STEAM subjects and prepares the next generation for actual space missions.
SourceInternational Science Council Committee on Space Research·DateJun 30, 2025
Home care cooperatives have identified key drivers of improved care quality, including worker input, motivation, selective hiring, and high-quality training. These findings have the potential to significantly improve care quality across the home care sector.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalHealth Affairs Scholar·TypeSurvey·DateJun 25, 2025
A new study from the University of Kansas found that a classroom can work with a teacher to develop its own social construction of thinking. The framework of 'languaging' was used to facilitate students' engagement and connection with material, leading to a more dynamic construction of thinking practices.
SourceUniversity of Kansas·JournalReading Research Quarterly·TypeObservational study·DateJun 3, 2025
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A new study by QUT researchers reveals that 'classroom readiness' is a policy construct rather than a genuine assessment of teaching capability. Teaching performance assessments oversimplify the demands of diverse classroom settings and assume graduates can seamlessly transition into teaching with minimal guidance.
SourceTaylor & Francis Group·JournalAsia-Pacific Journal of Teacher Education·TypeLiterature review·DateMay 22, 2025
A new study from the University of Kansas found that providing pre-service teachers with a low-stakes setting to teach difficult topics, such as the Holocaust, improves their confidence. The research involved four novice educators who delivered lessons on the book 'Night' by Elie Wiesel in a mixed-reality simulated classroom.
SourceUniversity of Kansas·JournalThe Social Studies·TypeObservational study·DateMay 7, 2025
The SETI Institute has launched the ARISE Lab program, providing hands-on training for community college instructors and students in astronomy, digital signal processing, and radio science. The program combines real-time radio telescope data with experiential learning techniques to spark curiosity and build skills.
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The inaugural event showcased over 150 K–12 student inventors presenting original solutions to real-world challenges. The convention, part of the Henry Ford Museum's Invention Convention Worldwide, provides a platform for imagination to meet impact.
A study at ESPOL found that Design Thinking fosters essential skills in a world of constant change, allowing students to build their own knowledge through experiential learning. The course has been shown to increase student motivation to apply DT in other contexts, with over 85% of students reporting this after the course.
SourceEscuela Superior Politecnica del Litoral·JournalThinking Skills and Creativity·TypeObservational study·DateApr 7, 2025
The American Heart Association and Buffalo Bills are working together to bring Hands-Only CPR and AED training to community events and youth sports groups. This effort aims to double sudden cardiac arrest survival rates by 2030, with over 200 CPR & First Aid in Youth Sports training kits distributed.
A University of South Australia study found that students who exhibit higher levels of creativity tend to excel in literacy and numeracy assessments. Higher flexibility in divergent thinking was associated with stronger NAPLAN literacy outcomes, while mathematical creativity was linked to stronger numeracy performance.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalThinking Skills and Creativity·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 4, 2025
Researchers at UniSA found problem-based learning improves engagement, creativity, and academic outcomes for disengaged high school students. The approach links learning to real-life challenges, empowering learners through project-based learning and service to their community.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·TypeCase study·DateFeb 26, 2025
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The NBS Global Leaders programme offers a semester-long exchange at UC Berkeley, $10,000 final-year project funding, and internship opportunities locally and globally. Students will also receive structured mentorship, industry workshops, and coaching to develop leadership skills.
The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture has won a four-year grant to create hands-on curriculum about AI-related technologies for future farmers and leaders. Selected students will test the curriculum in drones, robotics, and other smart agriculture technologies, gaining skills in coding, drone-work, and robotics.
SourceUniversity of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture·DateDec 6, 2024
The partnership aims to enhance education, workforce development, and community health services through collaborative efforts. The initiative bridges academic knowledge with practical applications, offering significant benefits for students and the local public health workforce.
SourceUniversity of Michigan School of Public Health·DateNov 25, 2024
Rice University has received a nearly $500,000 grant to expand its environmental justice education program for high school students. The Houston Environmental Action Learning (HEAL) program aims to equip students and teachers with skills needed to address pressing environmental issues.
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The National Endowment for the Humanities has awarded a Preservation Assistance Grant to Texas A&M University's Anthropology Research Collections. The grant will help protect and improve access to the university's anthropological and archaeological materials, while also providing new learning opportunities for graduate students.
The Cyber-Resilience Resource Center will provide training and support to organizations across West Virginia, with a focus on small and medium-sized businesses. Over 200 students will gain real-world cybersecurity experience through the center.
Researchers identified six guiding principles to improve student well-being, including Research Learning Experiences that foster peer relationships and a sense of belonging. These initiatives have shown significant improvement in students' self-identification as researchers and overall well-being.
SourceUniversity of Maine·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateOct 2, 2024
Non-traditional field trip locations, such as urban settings and Disney Resorts, offer accessible outdoor educational opportunities. These locations showcase cross sections of corals and reef debris, ancient Ordovician fossils, and outcrop analogs that provide valuable insights into modern reef systems and broader earth history.
The University of Texas at Arlington is piloting a program that allows community college students from Dallas College's North Lake campus to participate in paid research opportunities with faculty mentors. Students receive $6,000 for their time and effort and have the chance to advance their STEM education and careers.
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A UTA-led program is equipping high school teachers and students with college-level quantum concepts to fill a growing talent gap in the $44 billion QIS technology market. The Quantum for All program aims to integrate quantum principles into national STEM standards, starting with Texas this fall.
A Finnish study found that teaching AI basics to 4th and 7th graders improved their understanding of the technology. The students designed and created AI apps, which helped them develop conceptual understanding and critical thinking skills. The program also explored the impact and ethics of AI on children's daily lives.
SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalInformatics in Education·DateJun 18, 2024
A team of UConn researchers, without lab experience, published the first chromosome-level genome of a desert hairy scorpion. The study sheds light on arachnid evolution and advances comparative genomics research.
SourceUniversity of Connecticut·JournalGenome Biology and Evolution·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 12, 2024
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UTA researchers found that sending material in advance and using Zoom features like chat, polling, and breakout rooms helped keep participants engaged. Short, relevant videos also proved effective in teaching complicated topics. The team recommends a structured approach with activities like icebreaker exercises to foster community enga...
SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·JournalThe Physics Teacher·TypeSurvey·DateJun 7, 2024
New York Valves: The Structural Heart Summit is a world-class educational experience for the field of structural heart interventions. The summit will showcase advanced techniques, evidence-based medicine, and live-case demonstrations, offering attendees an unparalleled opportunity to explore the newest techniques and technologies.
SourceCardiovascular Research Foundation·DateApr 4, 2024
A new educational credential system is being developed in Guatemala through an international UC3M project called ECOCredGT. Digital credentials are fundamental for re-training professionals and improving employability, as they allow knowledge and skills to be verified by potential employers.
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The USC team created a low-cost, customizable learning kit for students to build their own 'robot friend' using the Blossom robot. The three-part module provides hands-on experience and instruction on various AI aspects, including robotics, machine learning, and software engineering.
A new study by the University of Exeter suggests that incorporating spaces for repairing and remaking clothes in shopping centers can promote sustainable fashion practices. Participants who took part in workshops reported engaging in more environmentally-oriented behaviors, such as buying fewer items and sourcing clothes ethically.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalSustainability·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 14, 2024
The project aims to develop a standardized Next Generation Science Storyline that can be delivered in any high school classroom, increasing science literacy and critical thinking among students. Pop-omics, a popcorn-based curriculum, will also provide hands-on lessons on machine learning and AI, connecting with the national AITC program.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·DateJan 19, 2024
A West Virginia University study found that teens' personality traits and social media platform use are linked to depressive symptoms. Teens with higher levels of extraversion tend to experience fewer depressive symptoms on Instagram, while those with lower extraversion may be at risk for more severe symptoms.
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A study redevelops a framework for teaching artificial intelligence and robotics to preschool children, providing five big ideas that can be grasped by young kids. The framework aims to prepare children to understand and use AI tools effectively, promoting healthy and responsible learning in the rapidly developing digital society.
SourceCactus Communications·JournalECNU Review of Education·TypeSystematic review·DateJan 8, 2024
A new study found that participants in school-based gardening and food programs experience lasting impacts on their dietary behaviors, including increased enjoyment of fresh foods, confidence in making healthy decisions, and appreciation for the benefits of experiential education. The FRESHFARM FoodPrints program, which has been operat...
SourceElsevier·JournalJournal of Nutrition Education and Behavior·TypeObservational study·DateJan 8, 2024
A team of authors from the University of Hawaii at Manoa identifies gaps in programs aimed at increasing participation of Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders in ocean sciences. They highlight successful programs like the SOEST Maile Mentoring Bridge and The MEGA Lab, which prioritize culturally centered spaces and community involvem...
SourceUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa·JournalOceanography·TypeCase study·DateJan 2, 2024
The UTHealth Houston School of Public Health offers a 12-month lifestyle program combining evidence-based nutrition education with culinary learning to support behavior change. Participants will attend in-person and virtual classes, including hands-on cooking lessons, physical activity guidance, and mindfulness education.
SourceUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at Houston·DateDec 5, 2023
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Researchers develop a mathematical model that analyzes the future survival of plants in a changing climate by studying how far wind can carry seeds. The model provides fast and reliable predictions of seed movement, considering factors like seed type, plant height, and wind speed.
SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalEcological Modelling·DateNov 30, 2023