Articles tagged with Science Education
The AAAS CEO emphasizes the need for international scientific cooperation to address global challenges. The organization supports unfettered information exchange and travel freedom, highlighting the benefits of science-based diplomacy in bridging political divides.
A Northeastern University study reveals a significant decline in average scores of top golfers at the Masters Tournament from the 1930s to 2001, indicating rapid improvement and increased competition. The study also found that Tiger Woods' level of dominance is comparable to Jack Nicklaus' record-breaking performance in 1965.
The book highlights the success stories of 92% of AAAS internship program graduates, who went on to secure full-time jobs or graduate school. The study also explores the impact of laws like ADA and the role of mentors and families in overcoming barriers to employment.
The AAAS Science Journalism Awards recognize outstanding science reporting across various categories. This year's winners include Scott Shane of The Baltimore Sun for his special series on a Johns Hopkins University program to bring much-needed vitamins to the people of Nepal, and Richard Monastersky of The Chronicle of Higher Educatio...
Virginia W. Stern, AAAS director of the Project on Science and Technology in Disability, receives the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Mentoring for her work promoting inclusion and opportunities for students with disabilities. The award recognizes her efforts to create family and community support systems and improve condi...
Cornell University has been awarded a grant to develop the core infrastructure for a national online science library. The system will collect information from hundreds of sources in various formats and provide access via the World Wide Web.
The AAAS jobs survey shows a 7% increase in median salaries for U.S. life scientists between May 2000 and May 2001, with real average weekly earnings outperforming raises for many other jobs. However, women earn nearly one-third less than men, with significant gaps in non-academic settings.
A study found that younger and more educated Parkinson's patients are more likely to use alternative treatments such as vitamins and acupuncture. These patients are also more likely to be married and have developed the disease at a younger age.
A new University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill study found that 13 children died playing Little League baseball between 1987 and 1996. The research also revealed that ball-related mishaps totaled 15,266, with batters suffering most of those injuries. Face and teeth injuries accounted for 12,306 incidents, mostly to fielders.
Researchers at University of Michigan and Northwestern University emphasize the importance of social and organizational readiness, technological readiness, rewards and incentives, and finding time in collaboratories. These factors enable effective collaboration and innovation in scientific practice.
At the American Astronomical Society meeting, NSF highlighted recent breakthroughs in adaptive optics, revealing a solar-system-sized disk around a massive protostar. The NOAO Deep Wide-Field Survey also captured 300,000 faint galaxies over a vast area, creating the first three-dimensional map of the universe.
Biomolecular motors powered by ATP and spinning nickel propellers have been successfully built and tested, enabling the creation of ultrasmall robotic devices. The technology holds promise for developing nanonurses and smart pharmacies that can detect chemical signals from body cells and precisely dispense drugs.
Research at Cornell University and Ohio State University finds that newspapers have a stronger influence on the civic participation of highly educated individuals. This is because they can process information more carefully and extract mobilizing information efficiently from newspapers. In contrast, television has negligible impact on ...
More than 400 information professionals gathered for the conference to explore topics such as web contact center software, virtual reference networks, and digital resources for agriculture. Keynote speakers Michael B. Eisenberg and Charles R. McClure presented on the role of digital reference librarians in online environments.
Materials professor Arthur Gossard and his students created a compound semiconductor for two unrelated experiments, one by Harvard and one by Chicago, which were published in the September 29 issue of Science magazine. The experiment involves creating pathways for electrons to improve conductivity.
The program aims to connect kids with both sports and academics, helping them learn math and science while participating in sports. The Sport Science program will expand over the next three years to include 540 sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-grade girls from six Philadelphia schools.
A new study on tropical trees shows that most species are clumped together, rather than randomly dispersed, across the landscape. The findings have significant implications for designing nature reserves, selecting native trees to reforest degraded areas, and determining biologically sustainable harvest rates for timber.
A survey of 81 school districts in 11 states found that few schools are using effective anti-drug programs, with the most common programs being unproven. Effective programs such as Reconnecting Youth and Life Skills Training are available but often lack funding and teacher training.
Lorrie Shepard, a prominent education researcher, advocates for a fundamental change in how student learning is assessed. She argues that high-stakes testing negatively affects teachers' morale and students' motivation, and suggests that classroom assessment should be part of the entire learning process.
The National Science Board will hold an open session on March 15-16 to discuss key issues including budget and long-range planning. The meeting will provide an opportunity for reporters to engage in discussions with the NSB Chair and NSF Director.
A study by Hal Arkes and Neal Dawson found that physicians' hindsight bias can lead to inaccurate diagnoses and biased jury verdicts. Younger, less experienced physicians are more likely to be overconfident, hindering their educational training.
The 2000 AAAS Annual Meeting will bring together experts from various fields to share research news and discuss key topics such as nanotechnology, genome strategies, and social behavior among primates and humans. The meeting will also feature a special plenary address by U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright.
A landmark study found that preschool educational interventions provided to children from birth to kindergarten had positive effects lasting until age 21. Young adults who received high-quality child care scored higher on mental development tests, reading, mathematics achievement, and were more likely to attend college.
Children raised by single parents perform just as well in school as those from two-parent families, according to a large study. The key factor determining success is the mother's level of education and coping skills, not the absence of a father.
The forum aims to provide access to national experts, develop workshops for science reporters, and foster research into the state of public understanding of genomics. It plans to make digitized files available for journalists to accompany gene research stories.
A new study reveals that up to 44% of adults believe in the concept of 'immanent justice,' where bad behavior leads to severe illnesses. The study, conducted by Ohio State University researchers, found that language plays a significant role in shaping beliefs on this topic.
Researchers found that students taking a new type of civics education class were less likely to take extreme positions against democracy and the free market, but also showed lower commitment to these values. This unexpected outcome suggests that such programs may have unintended effects on students' attitudes towards democracy.
Researchers discovered that Mexican women who saw a PMS video experienced severe symptoms, including moderate and severe pain, after viewing the videotape. The study suggests that being aware of the syndrome may exacerbate premenstrual stress syndrome in women with higher levels of education.
Research at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found no link between driver education courses and reduced motor-vehicle-related crashes or violations among teens. Instead, early licensure may increase the risk of accidents.
A new poll by UNC-CH found that Southerners are dissatisfied with the amount of work required in schools and believe students need more discipline. The survey also showed a decline in adults' confidence that children today are being educated better than their peers.
A new book on composite materials has been published by Virginia Tech professor Michael W. Hyer, focusing on the mechanics aspects of fiber-reinforced composite materials. The book provides a comprehensive approach to understanding the stresses due to applied deformations, loads, and temperature changes.
Kenneth Crews, a copyright expert, warns that existing and pending copyright rules are severe constraints on creativity in higher education. These changes require educators to approach copyright in an informed and flexible manner to fulfill the university's research and teaching mission.
Research suggests that communities with strong commitments to education and supportive parenting have more effective schools, while lack of resources can hinder educational success. Summer vacation activities also impact learning outcomes, with middle-income children making gains during this time, whereas low-income children do not.
A recent study found that people with advanced degrees are more likely to experience tension headaches, particularly women with graduate school educations. The study surveyed over 13,000 people in Baltimore County, Md., and found that 38.3% met criteria for episodic tension-type headaches (ETTH) in the last year, with rates declining a...
The agreement between Virginia Tech and Singapore will focus on building a distributed content-management system for bibliographic, multilingual, full-text, image, and video information. The collaboration aims to provide an environment for more efficient and effective learning, with educators acting as facilitators and oracles.
A researcher found that older people's successful real-life experiences with swindlers and con artists are not often used in official advice, which may stem from legal liability concerns. The expert suggests incorporating individual success stories into educational materials to provide positive behavioral models for others.
A new study published in the Journal of Educational Psychology suggests that children remember more of what they watch on television than what they read. The study found that television news was more effective at conveying information to children, especially when combined with visual elements like pictures.
Scientists are installing a network of 250 Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers to continuously measure the movement of earthquake faults in southern California. The data will enable researchers to forecast future earthquake hazards and prioritize mitigation activities.