Articles tagged with Teaching
A study involving 174 couples found that discussing five relationship movies over a month can reduce the three-year divorce rate for newlyweds in half. The inexpensive and fun movie-and-talk approach was found to be as effective as other more intensive therapist-led methods, with only an 11% divorce rate after three years.
Researchers date the most common male ancestor 'Adam' to 209,000 years ago, contradicting a previous study that placed him 9,000 years earlier. The study also debunks the discovery of the Y chromosome that supposedly predated humanity, shedding light on human evolutionary history.
A recent study by IUPUI faculty and undergrad researchers evaluates peer-led team learning in cyberspace, focusing on its newest iteration – cyber peer-led team learning. The study finds that the cyber version of PLTL offers improved grades and enhanced student collaboration.
A University of Illinois study found that family-style meals help children develop healthy eating habits and recognize their body's hunger cues. The research suggests that Head Start centers are in better compliance with nutrition guidelines than other child-care centers.
A two-year study by Michigan State University's Muhammad Khalifa found that hip-hop students are unfairly targeted and disciplined more harshly than their peers. The research highlights the need for schools to adopt a more inclusive approach, allowing students to express themselves without fear of retribution.
A new study from North Carolina State University reveals that technical 'readability' formulas used by teachers and textbook companies to determine reading difficulty are frequently incorrect. Researchers found that only one formula was accurate more than 49% of the time, highlighting a need for caution when using these metrics.
Less than 15% of internal medicine residency programs have a formal curriculum addressing cost-conscious care, despite a national consensus on the issue. The study found that western US programs and university-based programs were more likely to adopt such curricula.
Michigan State University's SETS-UP fellowship provides secondary science teaching certification and a master's degree to prepare educators for middle- and high-school science teaching careers in high-need classrooms. The five-year program aims to increase teaching retention rates in these critical schools.
Researchers create professional development program to foster classroom dialogue, leading to increased student interest and motivation. The program involves video recordings of seminars and class time analysis, promoting a relaxed control environment and individual attention.
A study published in JAMA found that simulation-based communication skills training had no effect on the quality of end-of-life care, but was associated with a small increase in patients' symptoms of depression. The researchers suggest that skills transfer from simulation training to actual patient care may be inadequate.
A study found that attendance at clinical and tutorial-based activities by medical students is positively correlated with overall examination scores. Students who attended more than 80% of these activities received distinction grades, indicating they met additional standards for competence.
Researchers Hanna, Guven, and Müller used patterns on whirling dervish skirts to create mathematical equations governing cone-shaped structures in rotation. Their work enhances understanding of flexible object dynamics and pattern formation in rotating systems.
A new study analyzed data on 1,400 preschoolers and 325 teachers to understand the impact of different types of teacher-child interactions. The research found that responsive teaching, cognitive facilitation, and structured classroom environment were crucial for supporting children's academic progress and social development.
Researchers at SDSC are using a Linux cluster built with 16 Raspberry Pi computers to teach children and adults about parallel computing. The system, named Meteor, will be demonstrated at SC13, featuring gaming competitions and interactive presentations.
Becoming a Multicultural Educator: Developing Awareness, Gaining Skills, and Taking Action has received the Philip C. Chinn Book Award for fostering awareness, acceptance, and affirmation of diversity in society. The book provides holistic teaching solutions to address the complexities of today's globalized learning environments.
Researchers found that high-risk patients at teaching hospitals face a significant increase in mortality risk during July, when trainees take on new roles. The study suggests that intensifying oversight on high-risk cases and having more experienced doctors care for these patients can help mitigate this risk.
Women working in Head Start programs experience higher rates of physical health conditions, depression, and poor overall health. The researchers suggest addressing the staff's health through wellness initiatives, mindfulness, and a supportive workplace culture.
Catholic schools do not offer superior academic performance compared to public schools, according to a national study led by Michigan State University. The study found that math scores for Catholic students dropped between kindergarten and eighth grade, while public school students showed slight improvements.
A mindfulness-based professional development program, CARE for Teachers, improves teachers' well-being, efficacy, and classroom environments. The program combines emotion skills instruction, mindful awareness practices, and compassion-building activities to reduce stress and improve social-emotional learning.
Researchers found that video-based group instruction promotes far-reaching gains for students with ASD in social behaviors. The method has been shown to be effective and practical, even with limited resources.
The University of Texas at San Antonio has been awarded a $1.4 million grant to assist community college students seeking to pursue teaching degrees in mathematics and science. The funding will help support the UTSA GE2MS program, which prepares students to become highly qualified science and mathematics teachers in the San Antonio area.
Dr. Ellery Frahm's study challenges a widely held theory, suggesting ancient Syrians produced their own obsidian tools locally rather than importing from Turkey. This finding has implications for understanding how early cities developed and the geographic origins of raw materials.
John Munz, assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery at UTHealth Medical School, has been awarded the Howard Rosen Table Instructor Award. His exceptional teaching skills and devotion to patient care have earned him recognition within the medical community.
A Michigan State University scholar argues that U.S. classrooms lack effective writing instruction, with only about a quarter of students meeting proficient levels. Research calls for a fresh approach to teacher professional development, emphasizing the need for comprehensive and sustained support in the classroom.
A new analysis by Liping Ma reveals that the 'strands' structure in US elementary school mathematics has significantly weakened its effectiveness, with instability and discontinuity in curricular content and instruction. The structure was introduced in the 1960s as a replacement for traditional school arithmetic, but has persisted desp...
A three-year program using robotic technology will be implemented in non-technical middle school classes in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The goal is to identify and nurture students with an affinity for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
A new study reveals that clinician observations of preschoolers' behavior can predict the likelihood of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) at school age. Parent reports and teacher assessments are also crucial in identifying children at risk, but clinician observations during psychological testing hold prognostic utility.
The five-year grant will support student tuition stipends and recruitment efforts for SF State's Careers in Early Childhood Special Education (CIRCLE) program. The program aims to train teachers to provide culturally relevant services to young children with disabilities and their families.
The NC State program aims to develop teaching tools for global use, recruiting 10,000 teachers from around the world to participate. Initial projects include urban wildlife, soil microbial life, and paleontology, with modules incorporated into middle school science classes in North Carolina schools.
Wayne State joins other universities in improving STEM teaching methods to support high-talented students and increase graduation rates. The project aims to enhance faculty skills and track student progress to address attrition from STEM majors.
The Entomological Society of America recognized Elina Lastro Niño, Kumaran Nagalingam, Lisa Overall, and Paul Michael Bardunias with various awards for their research and contributions to the field of entomology. The winners were announced at the 2013 ESA meeting.
Researchers found that adding a mental health component to school-based lifestyle programs for teens can lead to improved grades, lower obesity rates, and reduced substance use. The program, called COPE, emphasizes cognitive behavioral skills building and was found to sustain positive outcomes for six months.
Dale Fitch and a Northern Kentucky University Group have won the 2013 SAGE/CSWE Award for Innovative Teaching in Social Work Education. The group will be recognized for their innovative teaching methods that promote student learning as a collaboration, innovation in social work education-related policies, and promoting inclusion.
Research by Cardiff University's Dr Surhan Cam found that women with degrees were around 40% - 50% more likely to be under-employed than those with no qualifications. Qualified men were also equally at risk of under-employment as unqualified ones.
A study led by the University of Wisconsin-Madison Waisman Center found that mindfulness training reduced teacher stress and burnout, while improving classroom organization and increasing self-compassion. The study used a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course adapted for elementary school teachers.
Laura Bassi was a renowned physicist in the 18th century, making groundbreaking contributions to experimental physics through conversation, demonstration, experimentation, and explanation. Her work and legacy were recognized with numerous professorships and academy memberships, despite facing controversy and restrictions on her career.
A study by Concordia University found that students grasp math more easily when real-world examples are used. Teachers should continually make connections between abstract numbers and models, making the concept of fractions clearer.
The University of Missouri will conduct a four-year study on the innovative QuEST program, which includes controlled teaching experiences for teachers. The program aims to improve science education and could be replicated elsewhere to benefit more teachers and students.
Swedish researchers found three types of teachers who interacted with children during meals: sociable, educating, and evasive. To realize the potential of nutrition education, teachers must be aware of their actions. The study provides a useful tool for clarifying best practices for teacher-student interactions during mealtimes.
A new global study reveals widespread systemic shifts in marine species distribution and phenology, comparable to those observed on land. The research found that 81% of changes were consistent with climate change, with some species shifting up to 11 days earlier in spring.
The SAGE/STP Teaching Innovations & Professional Development Award recognizes Dr. Shannon R. Audley-Piotrowski and Carly Smith for their dedication to teaching and scholarship in psychology. The award provides funding for them to attend the American Psychological Association Convention and present on their research.
A longitudinal study of over 1,300 youths found that early school engagement is crucial in avoiding problem behaviors and eventual dropout. The study highlights the importance of creating a supportive learning environment that fosters emotional well-being and competence.
The APS Foundation has awarded a $20,000 grant to the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) to support its TGen2School initiative. The grant will provide science kits and instructional materials for teachers, helping to improve overall scientific literacy and prepare students for careers in STEM fields.
Researchers found that bullfinches memorize melody sequences in smaller subunits, anticipating the next note sequence when their human partner stops. The study suggests that songbirds have complex brain processes to learn and recall human melodies accurately.
A three-year longitudinal study found that students receiving consistent individualized instruction from first to third grade showed the strongest reading skills. This led to a significant improvement in reading proficiency among these students compared to those without such instruction.
The DLMX enables educators to use modern pedagogical approaches, including cooperative and problem-based learning. It facilitates students' understanding of complex concepts like heat transfer and equation application through interactive experiments.
A Baylor University study finds that state policymakers are less responsive to addressing the black-white education gap, particularly for African-American students. Despite efforts from federal-level initiatives like No Child Left Behind and Race to the Top, the research suggests a persisting achievement gap due to political foundations.
A new study suggests that student engagement, crucial for success in school, is malleable and can be enhanced by creating a supportive school environment. Researchers found that students who felt their work was meaningful and related to their goals were more emotionally and cognitively engaged.
A mindfulness-based approach has been shown to reduce symptoms of stress and depression, and promote wellbeing among school children. The study found that 80% of young people continued using the practices after completing the nine-week program.
Researchers found that customers may desire both revenge and reconciliation after a double service failure, depending on perceived firm motives. Effective ways to reduce negative customer response include explanations of the failure and apologies paired with compensation.
A study found that teaching hospitals with higher physician-training activity have lower mortality rates but higher hospitalization readmission rates for key medical diagnoses. Safety-net hospitals serving low-income populations show the greatest disparity in readmissions.
Researchers at Michigan State University developed comprehensive evolutionary case studies to improve student understanding of evolution. Students who grasped integrated scenarios performed better on tests about evolution in general, suggesting that this approach enhances overall knowledge.
A study found that cervical spine surgery at teaching hospitals had higher mortality and complication rates compared to non-teaching hospitals, likely due to the complexity of procedures and riskier patient populations. However, after adjusting for these factors, the difference in outcomes was no longer significant.
A study by UNC Charlotte researchers found that teacher collaboration and professional communities can significantly improve math performance among elementary school students. However, many schools fail to provide such environments, leading to persistent achievement gaps between racial and socioeconomic groups.
The University of Houston has received a $1 million endowment from ExxonMobil to train secondary science and math teachers through its teachHOUSTON program. The program provides teaching opportunities throughout four years at UH, producing well-suited STEM teachers.
A new study by UNC Charlotte researchers shows that teacher collaboration and professional learning communities improve many elementary school students' math performance. However, few schools have effectively developed both environments, and the study highlights the need for school leaders to create supportive districts that provide re...
A Michigan State University researcher found that parents' concerns are frequently ignored when closing urban schools, and that teacher quality and economic investment are key factors that are not considered. Khalifa's study argues that school administrators should consider community voices and vested interests when making decisions.
A new US study found that girls have higher levels of self-regulation than boys in American young children, but this gender gap does not exist in Asian countries. Researchers also suggest that cultural expectations and teaching practices may influence teachers' perceptions of boys' behavior.
A new study suggests that disturbed sleep in adolescents is associated with more symptoms of depression. However, perceived support and acceptance from parents and teachers appear to have a protective effect on sleep disruptions and depressive symptoms. Support from peers does not offer the same benefits.
Jeffrey Morgan, UH math department chair and 10th professor to receive the prestigious title, is recognized for his superior college-level teaching and community outreach. He has inspired numerous students to pursue math majors and developed free resources for teachers and students.