Articles tagged with Teaching
Mathematical biologist Samuel Scarpino and colleagues found that replacing sick individuals with healthy ones can accelerate the spread of infection for certain diseases. The study analyzed data from two diseases, influenza and dengue, and revealed a stronger correlation between human exchange and outbreak acceleration in influenza.
Michigan State University will lead a three-year research project to enhance the teaching of less commonly taught languages, leveraging a $1.2 million grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The initiative aims to develop templates for online LCTL instruction and share them among Big Ten Academic Alliance institutions.
A French study suggests a slight hiring bias in favor of women for science teaching positions, contradicting previous notions of bias against women. Researchers found that female applicants received higher grades than males in more male-dominated fields, with biases ranging from 3 to 10 percentile ranks.
Researchers found that people make judgments of trustworthiness based solely on facial features, not expressions. Certain features like higher eyebrows and rounder faces are perceived as trustworthy, while others like downturned eyebrows can be seen as untrustworthy.
A unique dermatology residency program at Boston University School of Medicine aims to develop well-rounded dermatologists with careers focused on teaching, patient care and research. The program provides personalized career development courses and structured mentorship for junior faculty members.
The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute is creating a free online database of over 100 scientifically accurate 3D biomedical animations. This project, led by Dr Drew Berry, aims to provide valuable teaching and learning resources for schools and universities teaching biomedical science.
A $4 million NIH grant will enhance partnerships between RIT/NTID and UR, providing postdoctoral research and teaching experiences for deaf students. The Rochester Postdoc Partnership (RPP) aims to increase diversity in biomedical sciences by creating mentored teaching opportunities.
A study of Google, Cisco, Cognizant, and Fidelity employees found that skill improvements in areas like leadership, mentorship, and public speaking were linked to personal characteristics and the volunteering experience. Volunteers who had more opportunities to practice skills while volunteering showed greater improvement.
Researchers created the rTAG system, which uses a LEGO robot named Quinn and an iPod Touch to teach geometry. Students interact with Quinn by giving commands, and the system provides visual and audio feedback.
The report reveals the average cost to train a resident in a Teaching Health Center is estimated at $157,602 per year. The program's financial transparency and successful recruitment of primary care physicians have garnered bipartisan support.
A UBC study suggests that teacher burnout and student stress are linked, with elevated cortisol levels found in students in classrooms where teachers experience more emotional exhaustion. This connection highlights the need for adequate resources and support for teachers to prevent a cyclical problem of stress contagion in classrooms.
Despite familiarity with writing standards, teachers report shortcomings and lack of training in implementing them, as well as concerns over state writing tests. The study highlights the need for educators and policymakers to prioritize attention to writing practices.
Research by the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute found that higher-quality preschool instruction leads to better outcomes in various skills. Children who attended more than one year of Head Start showed significant gains in academic skills when they received sufficient time in math and reading instruction.
A study led by NYU's Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development found that same-race friendships increase over time, particularly among white students. Teachers' classroom support and differential treatment also play a role in shaping student friendships.
A new study from the University of Waterloo found that wisdom levels fluctuate based on situations and social factors. Researchers suggest that certain situations promote wisdom in daily life, challenging the idea that wisdom is rare.
Carl Wieman, a Nobel laureate in Physics, has received the 2016 Gutenberg Teaching Award for his exceptional contributions to the dissemination of knowledge and quality of academic teaching. The award recognizes his efforts to improve undergraduate science education through innovative approaches and tools.
Researchers discovered a connection between pulmonary function and vocal fatigue complaints among female teachers, highlighting the importance of respiratory health for voice health. The study used spirometry measures to assess lung function and found that reduced pulmonary function was associated with increased vocal fatigue symptoms.
Researchers at the University of Iowa developed an iPad app called Score It to help K-12 teachers assess students' behavior, providing a digital alternative to traditional paper-based methods. The app has been piloted in eastern Iowa schools and shows promise in improving student behavior, with some teachers reporting significant success.
Cardiologists from 115 countries gained knowledge and skills in treating cardiovascular disease through live demonstrations and educational sessions. They learned about the latest developments and best practices in coronary interventions, valvular disease, heart failure, peripheral interventions, and more.
Most Arizona biology instructors prioritize teaching facts over helping students accept evolution, according to a new ASU study. The research found that many professors perceive barriers to discussing the topic and often stick to neutral facts, despite recognizing that science can coexist with religious beliefs.
Researchers at Michigan State University found that foreign language teachers often prioritize accuracy over speaking skills, leading to feelings of inadequacy. To address this issue, the study emphasizes the need for professional development programs that cater to different teacher needs and promote collaboration.
A recent Iowa State University study found no evidence that grit improves performance, contradicting popular views on the trait. The research analyzed over 67,000 people and concluded that grit is not a unique predictor of success.
Research by Indiana University and Vanderbilt University found that African-American children are three times as likely to be placed in gifted-education programs if they have a black teacher. Black teachers are more likely to see black students as gifted, regardless of student scores or demographic factors.
The algorithms enable a computer to act like a human when encountering an unknown word, looking up words in a dictionary and associating them with context. This development paves the way for computers to perform tasks such as translating texts, summarizing articles, and finding similar documents
A research-based fitness program called Children and Teachers (CATs) on the Move, developed by Betsy Hoza, is having a positive impact on preschoolers. The program uses developmentally appropriate games to promote physical activity and improve executive functioning, motor, and communication skills.
A new study shows that Twitter can enhance middle school learning, with students reporting significant increases in exposure to reputable science leaders, broadening their audience, and connecting science to their lives. The research highlights the potential of open social networking tools like Twitter for personalizing education.
A comprehensive review of studies on one-to-one laptop programs found significant improvements in test scores and educational outcomes. The research suggests that laptops can enhance student engagement, teacher-student relationships, and 21st century skills like technological proficiency and problem-solving.
A study found that math scores drop 5% in the first year of a budget cycle when tax-compression rules are triggered, disrupting planning and teacher assignments. School districts face uncertainty until state budgets are finalized, affecting resource allocations.
The study found that mathematics teachers reported using instructional materials aligned with Common Core State Standards, while English language arts teachers used leveled readers. The surveys suggest ways to improve teaching and learning by better understanding teacher perspectives on state standards.
WeBWorK, created by Michael Gage and Arnold Pizer, has made an invaluable contribution to teaching mathematics through its open-source online homework system. The system provides immediate feedback to students and is used in mathematics classes across the country, covering courses from college algebra to linear algebra.
A new Boston College study found that four leading teacher education rating systems lack evidence-based policies, questioning their validity. The researchers concluded that these accountability policies assume teachers are the primary solution to educational inequality, ignoring systemic societal inequalities.
A new study suggests that traditional ballet practices may be counterproductive for young dancers, particularly late-maturing girls. The researchers propose adopting a 'bio-banding' approach to training, grouping individuals by biological rather than chronological age, to better support their development and reduce injury risk.
A recent study by Johns Hopkins University researchers found that white teachers are more likely to doubt the educational prospects of black boys and girls. This bias can have long-term effects on student outcomes, including lower expectations for college completion and graduation rates.
A longitudinal study found that first-generation immigrant children who participated in a community-based intervention showed higher scores on math and reading tests than their peers. The intervention also narrowed the achievement gap between English language learners and students proficient in English.
The study reveals that the decline of traditional women's work in the marshes has led to a narrowing of daily life to domestic tasks. The Marsh Arab women's unique cultural relationship with the ecosystem is being lost as natural resources vanish, and their roles are taken over by men.
Research published in Sports Medicine suggests that adopting a reversed stance provides technical advantages, allowing the dominant hand to control the bat's path. The study found that half of Australian batsmen and 40% of English batsmen use this stance, giving them an edge in international competitions.
A new study finds that an education strategy called teach-to-goal can effectively educate patients on using their rescue inhalers properly. The researchers found that this approach improved patient mastery of inhaler technique and reduced the need for hospitalization.
A new study from the University of Bristol finds that educational neuroscience lacks concrete benefits for teaching and child progress in classrooms. The research criticizes the use of brain scans and other methods without solid evidence to support their effectiveness.
A Boston College study reveals that Catholic schools are inadequately prepared to educate the growing Hispanic Catholic population in the US. The study highlights disparities in recruitment, training, and cultural sensitivity among school leaders and teachers, which stifle school vitality and the Church's engagement with this young gen...
Researchers found that most MOOC instructors face challenges throughout the course development and instruction process, including preparation, implementation, and feedback phases. Instructors reported heavy workloads, overwhelming expectations, and difficulty in providing one-on-one guidance in a large online class.
Researchers are launching a controlled experiment in four area school districts, introducing school gardens and nutrition and cooking classes for high-risk students. The program aims to improve dietary intake and reduce obesity and metabolic risk, with promising effects seen in an earlier pilot study.
A recent US study of over 3,000 adolescent girls found that nearly a fifth of lesbian and four-fifths of bisexual teens had a male sex partner recently. The study highlights the importance of comprehensive sexual health education for all youth, including those who identify as lesbian or bisexual.
A Concordia researcher collaborated with individuals with intellectual disabilities to create personal video testimonials using iPads, showcasing their capabilities and successes. The study highlights the empowering potential of mobile technologies in promoting autonomy and inclusion.
Research reveals FASD impacts on children's behavior, including internalizing (anxiety, withdrawal) and externalizing (aggression, delinquency) problems, as well as social skills, thought processing, and attention issues.
The study found that many types of disability are underrepresented in psychology classes, including chronic health and physical disabilities. To address this, researchers recommend reworking course content to include more diversity and examples of different disabilities.
A new study by the University of Michigan explores how children perceive fairness in discipline practices. Preschool-age children tend to favor giving equal rewards or punishments, while older children and adults prefer a more merit-based approach.
Five major US school systems paid millions of dollars in finder's fees to Teach For America, despite budget cuts and teacher shortages; contracts favored TFA corps members over non-TFA teachers
Using stories to teach human values to artificial agents is a technique developed by Mark Riedl and Brent Harrison at the Georgia Institute of Technology. The method aligns an AI's goals with human values by training robots to read stories, learn acceptable sequences of events and understand successful ways to behave in human societies.
A study of US science teachers found that 30% emphasize natural causes for global warming, while 12% don't mention human causes. The authors propose addressing the root causes of resistance to science through science communication research.
A nationwide survey found that over 1500 middle and high school science teachers were unaware of or misinformed about the scientific consensus on climate change. Many teachers also brought climate change denial into the classroom, allowing students to discuss controversy without guiding them to scientifically supported conclusions.
Cadavers are being used to advance genetics education in medical schools, providing real-world scenarios and insights into genetic variants. This approach connects anatomy to genomics, bridging the gap between clinical application and future clinicians' training.
Researchers studying the Aka pygmies found that teaching is an innate aspect of human behavior, with adults giving infants sharp objects to learn a skill. The study's findings suggest that teaching occurs naturally in small-scale groups and may be essential for human learning.
A major study reveals that colonial systems from Spain and France had detrimental effects on education in their former colonies, with reduced secondary school enrollment rates and lower years of schooling. This is particularly true for females in former Spanish colonies.
Teachers had moderate to major concerns about test difficulty and low student performance prior to 2015 state testing, according to RAND Corporation studies. They also needed additional professional development in various subjects.
Research by University of Sydney researchers found that finger tracing enhances students' understanding and solving skills in geometry and algebra. Students who used finger tracing completed tasks more quickly and correctly than those without the technique.
Bill Wood has been awarded the Elizabeth W. Jones Award for Excellence in Education for his sustained impact on genetics education, including innovative pedagogical approaches and high-quality undergraduate science education. The award recognizes his leadership in developing evidence-based reflective teaching and active learning.
Dr. Saundra Yancy McGuire, a renowned chemist, will receive the AAAS Lifetime Mentor Award for her dedication to promoting diversity in STEM fields and mentoring underrepresented students. She has mentored over 40 African-American doctoral students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
A recent study by Vetmeduni Vienna's Centre for Artificial Insemination and Embryo Transfer found that simulator-based training in large animal gynaecology is nearly as efficient as animal-based training. Students who trained four times on horses scored best with regard to a correct diagnosis, while those trained solely on the simulato...
A researcher from Iowa State University found that social justice education initiatives often overlook the experiences of privileged students. Katy Swalwell's study reveals that affluent students may not be disturbed by what they're learning about injustice, instead focusing on how to use their privilege to make a difference.
A study by ETH Zurich researchers found that teachers with less experience discriminate against female students in physics exams, leading to poorer grades. The findings highlight the importance of teacher training and objective grading criteria to combat biases and stereotypes.