Research on teaching and the teaching profession. Covers teacher retention, AI in the classroom, science-education grants, and early education's long-term impact.
Darrin York developed a learning system, ChIPS, that provides personal attention to students in lecture classes and boosts student success in general chemistry courses. He is being recognized for his outstanding impact on undergraduate students and scholarly approach to teaching.
The Equitable Science Curriculum for Integrating Arts in Public Education project integrates arts and sciences to help elementary students grasp basic scientific concepts. The program, launched with $6.4 million NSF funding, uses creative movement and visual arts to enhance learning and reduce cognitive load.
A two-year grant funded by the William T. Grant Foundation will examine the impact of private foundation funding on education policy discourse. The study aims to understand how foundation-funded research influences teacher quality and effectiveness policies.
Researchers at Georgia Tech studied mid-air orientation and impact behavior in cats and humans to develop a 'soft roll' landing for robots. The goal is to reduce impact and damage from falls, particularly for search-and-rescue robots in hazardous conditions.
A study by University of Iowa professor Deborah Linebarger found that preschoolers who watched videos starring Cookie Monster were better able to control impulses and remember number sequences. These executive functioning skills are crucial for school readiness and predict academic skills like reading, math, and science.
The University of Huddersfield is a key centre for research and teaching on spirituality in healthcare, with a focus on its practical application. Research has shown that spirituality can improve resilience, patient experience, and recovery outcomes in healthcare.
A new study by researchers at the University of Montreal found that school environment plays a determining role in teacher expectations of students. The study showed that school academic composition is the most influential factor, followed by socioeconomic and ethnic composition of students.
A new study at Southern Methodist University is testing whether students can learn algebra by authoring their own stories based on their personal interests. The research aims to improve long-term understanding of algebraic ideas and make math more accessible and captivating for students.
A study by Shiang-Kwei Wang found that middle school science teachers and their students use technology in different ways inside and outside the classroom. While students have rich outside-of-school tech experience, they lack tech savvy in class, relying on teachers to solve daily problems.
New research reveals widespread misconceptions among teachers worldwide about brain function, leading to ineffective teaching practices. The study highlights the importance of collaboration between neuroscientists and educators to improve education.
The University of Missouri will receive a $2.3 million NSF grant to study the impact of elementary mathematics specialists on student learning outcomes. The research aims to improve math instruction by exploring the effectiveness of assigning specialist teachers to specific classrooms.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that by age five, children are more likely to believe accurate but hesitant speakers over confident liars. This development in critical thinking is crucial for effective learning and evaluation of information.
The Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University has received the nation's largest Nurse Faculty Loan Program (NFLP) grant of $3.16 million. The grant will support 143 new nursing faculty members, including 28 full-time and 28 part-time students and 79 returning graduate students.
The University of Pittsburgh has received a $2.9 million grant from the National Science Foundation to establish QUBES, a project aiming to refine quantitative biology pedagogy nationwide. The initiative plans to leverage existing technologies to provide cost-effective solutions for faculty development and undergraduate education.
A recent study at the University of Eastern Finland developed a tool called Jeliot ConAn that uses conflictive animations to teach computer programming. The tool's intentional errors engage students in activities to find and signal errors, improving their critical thinking skills.
Virginia Tech researcher Devi Parikh aims to build intelligent machines that can understand the visual world from images and videos. She proposes teaching computers through visual abstractions, such as cartoons, which she believes are easier to illustrate than complex concepts.
A recent Oregon survey found that the 'Brain Breaks' DVD increases physical activity and improves educational performance among elementary school students. The program, developed by Oregon State University, offers short breaks of physical activity to improve children's mental awareness and educational success.
A new review published in PNAS reveals that Americans view scientists as competent, but not entirely trusted. To gain public trust, scientists should focus on conveying warm intentions and expertise, rather than persuasive agendas. The study's findings highlight the importance of warmth and trustworthiness in scientific communication.
A NYU study found that a classroom intervention program helps shy children improve their math and critical thinking skills, with effects substantially greater for shy kids compared to control group peers. The INSIGHTS program teaches teachers to recognize individual temperaments and support differences.
By adopting a 'Just-in-Time' training and inventory process, researchers reduced patient wait times by 175 minutes and improved resident preparation, leading to better on-time performance and reduced pressure on clinic faculty.
Studies examine emergency department wait times and lengths of stay, revealing significant variation among hospitals. Longest stays found at public and major teaching hospitals, with median wait time of over 30 minutes for discharged patients.
A recent study found that standardized testing is a major contributor to teacher turnover, with many educators leaving the profession due to frustration with high-stakes testing. The study's findings suggest that a culture of high-stakes testing can lead to demoralization among teachers and a lack of quality instruction time.
The University of Houston's CMCD program aims to reduce student disruptions and increase instruction with research-based classroom management strategies. The four-year study will focus on third and fourth-grade students in 30 elementary schools, exploring the effectiveness of CMCD interventions.
Yaniv Konchitchki, a Berkeley-Haas professor, has received the prestigious 2014 Best Paper Award from the American Accounting Association for his research on earnings transparency and cost of capital. His study found that more transparent corporate accounting leads to lower cost of capital and higher firm value.
New research shows that when teachers direct physical activities, young children become more active and less sedentary. Childhood physical activity is related to better health, higher test scores, and fewer behavioral problems.
ChemTexts offers contemporary knowledge at a high didactic level for students and lecturers, with peer-reviewed texts and supplementary materials like videos and animated presentations.
Four UT Arlington faculty members, Krystal Beamon, Darryl Lauster, Allan Saxe, and Kevin Schug, have been honored with the Regents' Outstanding Teaching Awards for their exceptional teaching skills and dedication to students. The total value of the awards is $2.4 million, recognizing 45 UT Arlington recipients since 2008.
A new study by Washington University in St. Louis found that students who were told they would later teach a passage performed better on recall and organization tasks than those expecting a test. The study suggests that instilling an expectation to teach may be a simple, inexpensive intervention with the potential to increase learning ...
Jennifer Stiegler-Balfour and Kasey Powers have been awarded the TIPD Award for their innovative teaching approaches. The award aims to promote excellence in teaching and learning, supporting early-career faculty and graduate students.
A survey of hospital beds in Ireland revealed a high frequency of potential entrapment gaps, particularly in zones 2 and 3. The study emphasizes the importance of monitoring and maintaining bedrails to prevent head and neck entrapments.
A new study by Michigan State University finds that Teach for America alumni candidates prioritize both local and national issues in their school board campaigns. The research suggests that supporting TFA alumni to run for local offices is an effective way to advance the organization's agenda.
A new study by Ohio State University found that preschoolers with disabilities outperform their typical peers when included in the same classroom, especially those with highly skilled classmates. The results support inclusion policies and suggest that all preschoolers with disabilities would benefit from this approach.
Dr. Terry Baughn, a senior lecturer in mechanical engineering at UT Dallas, has been named Engineer of the Year by the North Texas section of ASME. He was recognized for his extensive industry experience and dedication to mentoring students. Baughn's expertise in advanced strength of materials and design of machine elements makes him a...
US Department of Education reforms place demands on principals' expertise and time; new report recommends coaching teachers, redesigning job descriptions, and university partnerships to support principals. Effective principal training is crucial to implementing stronger teacher evaluation systems, according to researchers.
A recent study published in Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis found that No Child Left Behind (NCLB) does not have a significant impact on teacher job satisfaction or commitment to the profession. Instead, NCLB has increased autonomy and support for teachers.
A new 3D printed anatomy kit developed by Monash University's Centre for Human Anatomy Education is set to transform medical education and training. The kit contains detailed body parts produced through 3D printing, allowing for cost-effective and accessible anatomical knowledge.
A study by Concordia University found that siblings naturally teach each other skills like counting, building towers, and recognizing shapes. The researchers observed spontaneous interactions between two children aged four and six, revealing that both older and younger siblings initiate learning activities.
The Association of American Universities (AAU) has launched the AAU STEM Initiative Hub, a website providing resources for universities to showcase innovative efforts improving undergraduate STEM teaching. The hub will also profile efforts by eight AAU STEM Project Sites and provide a platform for sharing strategies and challenges.
Working memory skills in children are linked strongly to reading and academic achievement. The study found that a child's ability to hold and work with information predicted success in all aspects of learning, regardless of IQ or socio-economic status.
Researchers at the University of Sheffield found that rats deliberately change how they sense their environment using their facial whiskers depending on the situation. They move their whiskers back and forth continuously while navigating in the dark, adapting their movement to detect obstacles and avoid collisions.
Researchers provide new guidelines for treatment of children and youth exposed to acts of terror, emphasizing the need for proactive outreach efforts that continue for at least two years. The study also highlights the crucial role of teachers in providing trauma-informed support, ensuring students can continue learning despite trauma.
The study found that minimally invasive robotic surgery increased adverse events two-fold between 2003-2009. Surgeons recommend standardized training programs and credentialing standards to reduce risks.
A study of Chinese preschoolers found associations between moderately elevated blood lead concentrations and teacher-reported behavioral problems. The study suggests that further examination is needed to clarify the biological effects of environmental lead exposure on children's behavior.
Ariel Anbar, a leading geoscientist, has been selected as an HHMI Professor at ASU, focusing on developing online virtual field trips to teach Earth's evolution. The grant will support his research and educational activities, aiming to re-invigorate instruction in historical geology.
A study found that first-grade teachers in classrooms with more students who struggle with math were more likely to use non-traditional, ineffective instructional practices. In contrast, traditional teacher-directed instruction was associated with achievement gains for students with mathematics difficulties.
University of Washington researchers used crowdsourcing to teach robots how to build models and perform manipulation actions. The results showed that the robot learned faster and produced simpler yet effective models with input from humans and online communities.
Research from Columbia Business School found that umpires are more likely to incorrectly call strikes for All-Star pitchers, resulting in a larger strike zone. The study also identified the 'Matthew Effect', where status bias influences umpire decisions, favoring All-Star pitchers.
Researchers at Cornell University are teaching robots to understand instructions in natural language from various speakers, account for missing information, and adapt to the environment. The robot learns through machine learning techniques, associating entire commands with flexibly defined actions.
Researchers developed wearable gloves that use passive haptic learning to teach Braille, even with distraction. Participants who felt vibrations during a game were a third more accurate in typing the phrase, while those who only heard audio cues were surprisingly similar.
A 20-minute classroom assessment measures classroom instruction and aligns with state standards, providing immediate feedback for improving instructional quality. The tool, called the EAR Protocol, has been shown to correlate with better student outcomes on standardized tests.
Researchers created a fully automated computer program called LEVAN that learns all possible variations of a concept by searching millions of books and images on the Web. The program displays results as a comprehensive, browsable list of images, helping users explore and understand topics quickly.
Researchers analyzed a nationally representative sample of 140,000 teachers and found that NCLB's accountability pressures may have improved classroom autonomy and administrator support, rather than reducing job satisfaction. The study contradicts conventional wisdom on the law's impact on teacher morale.
A Michigan State University study found that requiring private schools to report student test scores improves math and reading scores in Milwaukee's voucher program. The study's results suggest that accountability measures can enhance school choice and promote better educational outcomes.
Researchers found that children can tell when adults are telling the truth but not the whole truth, and compensate by exploring more on their own. This skill is crucial for learning from others, as much knowledge comes from other people. Children's ability to evaluate information helps them adjust their trust in teachers.
The grant will support innovative practices in key introductory STEM classes, including collaborative group research and hands-on connections among sciences and math. The program aims to increase student participation and retention in STEM concentrations, particularly for underrepresented minorities.
A pioneering study by Southern Methodist University researchers found that students with low IQs can learn to read at a first-grade level after four years of specialized instruction. The study's results demonstrate the potential of scientifically-based reading programs for students with intellectual disabilities or low IQs.
A new study suggests that reducing medical resident duty hours in Canada may have unforeseen consequences, including the need for a longer residency period or a shift towards competency-based training. The study's author argues that residents' work hours must be carefully managed to ensure both patient safety and resident well-being.
A new study published in Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis found no association between multiple-measure teaching effectiveness ratings and the content of teachers' instruction. The researchers suggest that value-added models are not useful for evaluating teacher performance or shaping classroom instruction.
Experts argue that education policy should focus on promoting students' broader wellbeing and development to benefit their academic learning. Research suggests that schools neglecting students' health may be actively harming it, with negative impacts on mental health and overall student success.
Research suggests that preschool teacher depression is associated with behavioral problems in children, including aggression, anxiety, and sadness. The study found a direct relationship between teacher depression and internalizing problems in children, as well as a lower-quality child care atmosphere.