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A new study of 500,000 pupils in England found that attending a grammar school actually lowers the chances of getting top GCSE grades compared to comprehensive schools. Despite expectations, there is no evidence that selective systems improve academic outcomes for high-achieving students.
A survey of over 9,000 teachers found that they perceived more conflict with Black boys and closer relationships with white girls. The study highlights systemic racism and white privilege in the US educational system, which can impact teacher-child relationships.
UK researchers have developed an evidence-based action plan to address the substantial under-representation of PhD students from ethnic minority backgrounds in postgraduate science studies. The study highlights three areas for improvement: student-facing improvements, admissions procedures, and evaluation processes.
A significant racial gap exists in M.D.-Ph.D. training, with Black students facing a 50% higher risk of leaving compared to their white peers. The study reveals that 29% of Black students did not complete their training, highlighting the need for targeted support and interventions.
A study by Pusan National University researcher Eunseok Ro examines the shift in instruction-giving practices for a book club conducted via video conference. As the facilitator adapts to the new virtual environment, she gradually changes her approach, adopting more recipient-designed and diversified instruction delivery.
Children do better at maths when music is integrated into lessons, with integrated lessons having the biggest effect on improving scores. Music helps more with learning arithmetic and has a bigger impact on younger pupils.
The Critical Online Reasoning in Higher Education (CORE) research group explores how students work with online sources and information for learning. The study will analyze students' processes in solving tasks, including search terms and source selection.
The CMU Portugal Program offers visiting students and faculty researchers mobility programs, funded by FCT, to strengthen knowledge and skills in ICT. The program has supported 80 collaborative research projects and 12 competitions since its inception.
The Florida Atlantic University (FAU) WAVES program aims to address the shortage of mental health service providers in high-need schools. With a five-year, $6 million grant from the US Department of Education, FAU will train 119 school counselors to reduce barriers to degree completion and improve student outcomes.
A new study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences documents the dynamic nature of student discipline during an academic year. Schools with high racial disparity see discipline rates for Black students increase faster as the semester continues.
In a new study, NC State University researchers had high school students develop their own machine-learning AI models to analyze data. The project aimed to prepare students for the future workforce and help them understand the potential and challenges of AI. Students created text classification models using StoryQ technology, which all...
A new study using ChatGPT highlights the challenges of AI in academia, including concerns over academic dishonesty. However, researchers believe that AI can also be leveraged to improve education by automating administrative tasks and adapting assessments.
Research found associations between teachers' and students' anxiety in math, science, and literacy. The study highlights the importance of considering affective elements of teaching and learning, particularly in STEM content areas, which can impact students from underserved socioeconomic backgrounds.
The five finalists of the Bright SCIdea Challenge will compete for a £5,000 prize by pitching their scientific business ideas that could benefit society. The project ideas include burn treatments and environmental calculators.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology found that pairing students reduces academic and social gaps, increasing well-being. The study, conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic, showed positive effects on communication, stress, and personal contacts.
The Carnegie Mellon Portugal initiative offers up to 12 Ph.D. scholarships for the 2023/2024 academic year in selected ICT areas. The selected candidates will be hosted by Portuguese universities and benefit from a research period at CMU, with full tuition fees and stipend support.
A recent study from North Carolina State University suggests that participation in environmental education programs can motivate children across diverse language groups to act responsibly toward the environment. Bilingual or multilingual students saw bigger gains on average compared to students who spoke English primarily at home.
Researchers found that students fell asleep later and woke up later in winter due to limited daytime light exposure. Daytime light exposure had a greater impact on circadian rhythms than evening light exposure.
A study found that children think they have less access to common measurement tools and toys than their parents. This disparity can hinder STEM interest and success, as prior experience with tools is crucial for self-efficacy. The authors argue that this issue persists due to unnoticed gaps between parental and child perspectives.
A novel framework uses remote-controlled, internet-connected microscopes to bring project-based STEM education to students worldwide. Users in Latinx communities and multinational students successfully conducted tissue culture experiments, exploring the scientific method in a scalable and affordable approach.
A North Carolina State University study found that in-person learning opportunities helped some students mitigate learning loss and accelerate gains in reading compared to online learners. Younger elementary students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, English learners, and students with disabilities were particularly affected by the...
A survey study of 151,000 students found that e-cigarette users were more likely to initiate tobacco use within minutes of waking. This increase in intensity and addiction is a concern, emphasizing the need for clinicians to address youth nicotine addiction during clinical encounters.
A recent BYU study found that socioeconomically disadvantaged children report higher levels of worry than advantaged peers, leading to lower math and reading scores. The study suggests that targeted support for disadvantaged children can enhance their academic outcomes and flourishing.
A study by University of Cambridge researchers found that ineffective teacher training is the likely cause of failures in promoting children's physical health in schools. The review of 51 randomised control trials suggests that key ingredients like clear goals, regular feedback, and resources are often missing from teacher training.
A new study by Italian researchers reveals that teachers in Italy consistently award higher grades to girls than boys, even when their academic competences are similar. This bias could have long-term consequences for education outcomes, including college admissions, job choices, and earning potential.
A new study by North Carolina State University reveals the need for consistent education about digital safety for elementary school students, staff, and parents. Teachers identified five general areas of concern, including accessing inappropriate online content and cyberbullying.
Research suggests widely-used assessment tools measuring executive functions in US students from high-poverty communities are inaccurate. The study highlights the need for culturally representative assessments to provide effective support and understanding of diverse student needs.
Elite sports schools offer a balance between academic work and sports development, while regular sports-friendly schools pose more challenges. Students who attend elite sports programs have an easier schedule and better development opportunities.
A new federal grant will develop training for thousands of future faculty in evidence-based teaching practices, aiming to foster interest and support all STEM students. The project, led by PSU Associate Professor Erin Shortlidge, has the potential to increase student success and close the opportunity gap for marginalized students.
A new Australian study reveals that despite growing interest in nature-based learning, teachers need professional development to effectively integrate it into their teaching practices. The research found that seven out of ten teachers felt limited by their knowledge and confidence in using nature play areas to support curriculum goals.
The FORTHEM alliance, a nine-university network in Europe, will receive nearly EUR 14.4 million in funding from the European Commission for the next four years. This funding will support the expansion of mobility offerings for students and staff, as well as the development of common infrastructure to foster a transnational European Uni...
A Polish study found that students without disabilities achieve the same academic results when attending classes with students who have disabilities, with implications for inclusive education. The research suggests that the type of inclusion does not affect academic achievement.
A study by NYU researchers found that migrant parents employ practices linked to better academic outcomes, even when controlling for education level. Migrant parenting practices have a greater impact on children's academic performance than those of urban youth.
A survey of 18,500 medical students revealed a strong association between reported mistreatment and discrimination in the first two years of medical school and subsequent medical school attrition. The study highlights the need for increased support and protection for students facing mistreatment and discrimination in medical education.
Researchers assessed COVID-19 prevention measures in NYC public schools against the Delta variant, finding secondary attack rates and transmission patterns among students, teachers, and staff. Vaccination status played a significant role in preventing delta variant transmission.
A new study found that white students are more likely to receive special education for higher-status disabilities than Black and Latinx students. Boys are also more likely to receive special education than girls. These disparities are attributed to biases in how teachers observe and interpret student difficulties.
Students in a University of Illinois course used household items like buttercream frosting, toothpaste, and yogurt to measure fluid properties. They developed creative methods for carrying out rheometric measurements, including compression squeeze flow analysis and gravity-driven filament stretching.
A well-designed work-study program can improve earnings and employment likelihood for participants, with no negative impact on school attendance or grades. The study found that working experience increased conscientiousness and work attitudes, leading to higher wages and earnings.
Adults with student loan debt face a higher risk of cardiovascular illness and may experience undermined health benefits from post-secondary education. Researchers analyzed data from the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent to Adult Health and found that those who took on new debt or consistently had debt had higher CVD risk scores.
A new study by University of Cambridge researchers found that parents' beliefs about languages have a stronger impact on their children's attitudes than teachers or friends. This implies that efforts to reverse the national decline in language-learning should also target families, alongside schools.
A study of 7,000 medical interns found that LGBTQ+ individuals experience higher depressive symptoms than their heterosexual peers during physician training. The gap widens over the course of training, highlighting a need for targeted support and resources.
A study found that trainee teachers who received AI-generated feedback improved their diagnostic reasoning, identifying potential learning difficulties in pupils more accurately. The AI system analyzed the trainees' work and provided clear, adaptive feedback.
A national study of thousands of young people reveals that state school pupils have similar mental health and life satisfaction to private school counterparts. After controlling for socio-economic background and ethnicity, the difference in happiness between the two groups vanished.
The special issue of the ECNU Review of Education examines how digital shift, international student mobility, and assessment methods impact student learning in higher education. Research reveals that offline interaction generates more desirable academic outcomes, while online education fosters student autonomy and thesis completion.
The study found that 43% of transgender and gender diverse students identified as nonbinary, with similar numbers identifying as pansexual (1.7%) as gay or lesbian (1.6%). Many LGBTQ+ youth reported depressive symptoms and experiences of identity-based bullying.
A new study found that e-cigarette policies in US middle and high schools are not effective without staff training on implementing such policies. Staff who received training were more likely to recognize JUUL devices and intervene in student e-cigarette use, highlighting the need for additional support.
A recent commentary by Dartmouth College's Bala Chaudhary highlights the challenges faced by women researchers who choose to get married and change their last names. The lack of a consistent way to update publication records can lead to biases in grant and tenure applications, potentially affecting career advancement.
A study from University of South Australia found that reading aloud to children can triple a child's resilience at school, particularly for those who have suffered abuse or neglect. The study identified reading as a key factor in supporting children's emotional, social and physical development before they start school.
A survey of 26,000 graduating medical students found a significant link between burnout and the medical school learning environment for those underrepresented in medicine. The study suggests that targeted interventions can help mitigate burnout and improve outcomes for these students.
A study by University of Georgia researchers found that remote learning programs in labs continued to be effective during the pandemic, with students praising quality mentorship and skills development. However, they also reported missing informal interactions and structure.
Researchers identified that 10% of students were recognized as relationally aggressive by peers but not teachers. Students with higher levels of academic competence and female students were more likely to be recognized by both groups. The study suggests that better identification of these students is crucial for effective interventions.
A study by Stanford University found that NCAA D1 student athletes had similar SARS-CoV-2 test positivity rates as nonathletes, despite implemented transmission mitigation protocols. The research suggests that participation in intercollegiate athletics is not associated with increased risk of COVID-19 infection.
A study found that preventing mental health problems among schoolchildren, particularly externalizing disorders, could have prevented grade repetition and dropout. The study involved 2,511 families with children aged 6-14 and showed that girls with externalizing disorders were more likely to be held back a grade.
A new study warns that 'fidelity' in educational trials may be compromising the effectiveness of promising innovations, leading to unnecessary scrapping. The researchers ran a large-scale simulation of over 11,000 trials to examine the impact of fidelity on results.
A new chapter explores how bringing arts to STEM fields can help students explore their interests and understand representation in children's literature. The exercise, which paired picture book creation with first-year writing lessons, led to changes in students' views on diversity and inclusion.
A nationwide study by Binghamton University found that COVID-19 incidence rates were not statistically different in counties with in-person learning versus remote school modes in most regions of the US. The research analyzed data from over 895 districts and 459 counties, controlling for case rate trends and community activity levels.
Researchers developed a new way to create unique datasets during online exams, boosting their fairness and robustness. The technique uses bespoke lab videos, smart worksheets, and realistic data to provide instant feedback and aid marking.
A randomized field experiment with 1,143 students aged 9-16 found that depleted self-control from a previous demanding task increases cheating in tests. The study suggests that exhaustion can lead to a greater temptation to cheat.
A new study by the University of Houston researcher found that gender stereotypes in computer science and engineering begin at age six, leading to a lack of representation of girls and women in these fields. The study suggests that introducing high-quality STEM activities in elementary school can help close the gender gap.
The Centre for Doctoral Training in Sustainable Management of UK Marine Resources (SuMMeR CDT) will train 50 interdisciplinary PhD students to sustainably manage the UK's coasts and seas. The program focuses on subjects ranging from marine sciences to law, health, education, and economics.