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Researchers found that common ADHD accommodations, such as extended time and frequent breaks, do not significantly improve students' classroom behavior or academic performance. In contrast, behavioral interventions and stimulant medication have been shown to improve classroom outcomes.
A study found that climate anxiety motivates some teens to make personal changes and join collective efforts, but also triggers eco-paralysis when combined with climate contempt. Effective communication strategies, including traditional news media and interpersonal conversations, can inspire youth climate action.
College students reported lower rates of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, with improving mental health but persistent barriers to care. Faculty and staff also showed significant mental health challenges, with a growing need for support.
The ACC's Young Scholars Program aims to inspire the next generation of cardiovascular leaders by providing educational opportunities, mentorship, and community connections. The program, which began in 2019, has already reached over 600 students across the US.
A new study reveals that disadvantaged students are less likely to sit and pass entrance exams for selective schools, despite their academic potential. The researchers found that introducing an opt-out system or giving extra marks would only deliver a small boost to representation.
A new study found that the gender gap in AP exam scores is narrowing, but not across all subjects, with boys dominating STEM fields and girls excelling in humanities. The study analyzed over 70 million exam results and found that participation in AP tests was often split along gender lines.
Afua Acheampong, an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion leader, has won the Dorothy Jones Diversity & Inclusion Achievement Award for her work advancing diversity and inclusion in STEM. The award highlights her leadership and commitment to building a more diverse, equitable, and resilient scientific workforce.
A study by Semmelweis University researchers found that adolescents with functional abdominal pain disorders experience multisite pain and report stress, anxiety, and social struggles. These symptoms can persist for years and impact daily life, highlighting the need for further investigation and support.
FAU is partnering with D-Wave Quantum to create a regional quantum cybersecurity workforce ecosystem in Palm Beach and Broward counties. The project will provide hands-on training and experiential learning opportunities for students and professionals, preparing them to secure systems in a quantum-enabled future.
A major Adelaide University study found that outside school hours care services that completed the Activated OSHC program showed substantial improvements in physical activity and screen time practices. The program, which provides tips for creating an active environment and reducing screen time, was trialled in 200 services caring for 1...
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.
The Couper-Owens Center for Community Schools has received a $1 million gift, enabling the center to continue and expand its mission to improve student outcomes in community schools. The center builds partnerships with schools, community organizations, and families to provide social-emotional support, food, and housing assistance.
A survey of 78 student-athletes found nearly 40% reported having suicidal thoughts, highlighting the need for suicide prevention training. The athletes expressed a desire for more widespread information on mental health and want resources to be readily available.
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.
Research from Ohio State University found that students with CPS contact are more likely to miss school and feel disconnected from their schools. Despite school connectedness interventions, these students still face attendance gaps, emphasizing the need for a broader toolkit addressing poverty, housing, and health disparities.
The National Science Foundation has awarded $2 million to Worcester Polytechnic Institute to support scholarships and mentoring for low-income undergraduate and graduate students in STEM fields. The funding will contribute to increasing the size of the U.S. workforce in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Students generally consumed adequate protein, but described wanting better protein experiences, greater variety, and better preparation methods. Meal kits were seen as a promising solution to address barriers to healthy eating.
A study by Politecnico di Milano and the University of Insubria tested THInkPen, a sensorized pen, on over 700 children to assess writing difficulties. The results revealed significant relationships between digital indicators and clinical scores, confirming the ability of the pen to reliably reflect performance characteristics.
Researchers found that administrative support is beneficial for teachers, but high levels of student violence weaken its impact. Supportive leadership is crucial for teacher well-being, but it's not enough to prevent turnover due to classroom violence.
Teachers in the Anchorage School District observed increased student hunger and stress, junk food consumption, and reduced focus after the universal free school meal program ended in 2022. The study, published in Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, found that teachers perceived no benefits to the program's termination.
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.
Despite improved mental health challenges post-pandemic, Ontario students still face elevated stress, excessive screen time, and online gambling concerns. Drug use continues to decline, but barriers to seeking mental health support persist, highlighting the need for continued surveillance and targeted prevention initiatives.
The APCCMPD and CHEST Medical Educator Diversity Scholar Fellowship aims to improve diversity in respiratory care. Anna Brady, MD, will mentor a fellow-in-training to develop a personalized curriculum and research project. Applications for the 2027 fellowship are now open until November 2.
A new UCLA study found that teenage girls who experienced the highest levels of childhood trauma showed the largest gains in social connectedness after participating in a breathwork course combined with social-emotional learning. The program, developed by the International Association for Human Values, increased social connectedness by...
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.
WPI researchers develop new models to study uterine fibroids with NIH funding, building on student projects. The models will help researchers better understand and develop treatments for fibroids, which affect millions of women.
The Class of 2030 includes 38 former working professionals and nearly two-thirds women, bringing skills and experiences from fields like social services, population health, traditional Chinese medicine, and engineering. This diverse cohort aims to bring a broader perspective to patient care.
Children who prefer to play alone but feel they belong in a larger social setting are often happy and content. In contrast, those who don't value belonging or feel like they don't fit in with their peers tend to be unhappy and dissatisfied with their relationships.
A $1 million gift from Roger Krone establishes the University's first space systems endowment and laboratory, enhancing real-world learning experiences for students. The commitment will fund scholarships, research, and experiential learning opportunities in space systems engineering.
A new study found that nearly two-thirds of educational psychologists reported a backlog of over 220 EHCNAs, limiting their capacity for early intervention. The profession faces rising demand, a 40% workforce shortage, and a surge in tribunal appeals.
The KUNIST platform cultivates globally competitive physician-scientists with five core competencies, including clinical problem-solving, convergent research, and commercialization. The collaboration aims to develop joint educational programs, establish collaborative research laboratories, and build a commercialization support platform.
A study of over 350,000 students found teachers predict higher A-Level grades for girls than boys with similar results. The 'halo effect' may contribute to this gap, where positive impressions about girls spill over into predictions.
A national survey of over 1,000 U.S. adolescents found that nearly one-quarter of teens used mobile food delivery services during school hours, with fast foods and sugary beverages being popular options. Researchers raise concerns about the impact on learning environments and healthy nutrition for students.
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.
New research suggests dropping standardized testing requirements can expand access to underrepresented groups but worsen academic merit assessments, especially for nontraditional applicants. The study found that removing the test score requirement can have nuanced effects on diversity and merit outcomes.
A new study found that racially minoritized graduate students believe state anti-DEI laws alter their experiences in racial/ethnic organizations. Many faced funding and event planning impacts, with institutions lacking support for navigating these challenges.
The University of Texas at Arlington has launched an online Doctor of Social Work program to prepare experienced social work professionals for leadership and educational roles. The three-year, part-time program emphasizes practical relevance and incorporates emerging instructional approaches.
The University of Texas at Arlington's Smart Hospital has been granted international accreditation by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, recognizing its excellence in teaching and education. The accreditation reflects years of intentional effort to align training with real-world healthcare needs.
The brief connects 16 movements, from the Institute for Colored Youth to today's Student Action on Curricular Restrictions, and pairs each with evidence-grounded policy recommendations. Key patterns across generations of youth organizing include mass mobilization, coalition-building, and legal pressure.
A study analyzed daily sleep records from Fitbit devices worn by 76 undergraduates to examine longitudinal sleep patterns. The researchers found that average sleep duration increased by 8 minutes from freshman to senior year, and students with higher grades slept longer on average.
The University of Texas at San Antonio has partnered with T-Mobile to bring advanced 5G infrastructure to its Center for Military Affiliated Students, providing high-capacity connectivity and secure support for up to 1,000 students and staff. The enhanced infrastructure will power key student services, including academic advising and v...
A new study found that third-graders with higher impulsive behavior had lower math and reading scores in elementary and high school, as well as fewer years of education as adults. Children who could 'keep it together' for longer tended to do better academically.
The Konstanz 'Village Lab' project will create an interdisciplinary programme on democracy in rural areas, providing students with hands-on experience. The four-year project aims to prepare students for active roles in shaping democratic processes and strengthening societal dialogue between the university and local regions.
A study by the American Psychological Association found that teachers' enjoyment boosts instruction quality, boosting student confidence, interest, and academic performance. In contrast, teacher anger is linked to poorer teaching and worse student outcomes. Supporting teachers' emotional well-being is crucial for improving education sy...
Tapendra Sodari, a UT Arlington physics Ph.D. student, has been awarded a $50,000 annually NASA fellowship to study the Equatorial Ionization Anomaly in Earth's upper atmosphere. His research aims to improve space weather prediction and protect critical technologies.
Researchers used top Generative AI models to grade hundreds of undergraduate essays, finding that AI only matched human-awarded degree classification around half the time. The AI systems were overly sensitive to linguistic features, giving out higher marks based on essay length and vocabulary range rather than academic quality.
A new study found that nearly 8 in 10 college students with psychosis needed mental health support, but only 4 in 10 received the recommended combination of therapy and antipsychotic medication. This indicates potential barriers to accessing care, including stigma.
A study of over 20,000 South Australian students found that wellbeing declined across every measured domain, including happiness and life satisfaction, after transitioning to secondary school. The decline was independent of developmental changes associated with adolescence.
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.
The University of Hong Kong has launched a new School of Innovation to equip students with interdisciplinary expertise, entrepreneurial mindset, and real-world engagement. The school aims to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application through experiential learning.
Duke-NUS Medical School has expanded its Pathways to Medicine program to welcome students from Nanyang Technological University and NUS College. This move allows students to explore diverse academic interests before joining medical school, with conditional admissions to Duke-NUS' Doctor of Medicine program upon graduation.
A qualitative study in Hong Kong found that international service-learning produces four main categories of student learning outcomes: interpersonal, personal, civic, and academic. Students reported increased collaboration skills, self-awareness, and global citizenship.
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.
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.
Researchers are using eye-tracking technology at MSU-Meridian to study how students process and respond in high-pressure training scenarios, helping design the next generation of medical training tools. The project aims to identify key gaps in student performance and improve clinical outcomes by comparing data with clinical professionals.
A new study from the University of Kansas reveals that older college students who work full-time while studying tend to have higher graduation rates and better retention. The research, which analyzed over 7,000 post-traditional students, found that being older and working full-time positively predicted six-year graduation rates, while ...
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.
Four teams of Purdue University student entrepreneurs won a combined $50,000 from the Purdue Innovates Incubator for their innovative solutions in healthcare and education. The winning teams included echoSURE Inc., VitaWave Tech Inc., CalcGPT, and Kova Group Inc.