Articles tagged with Teaching
A new Android app, developed by Vanderbilt University graduate student Jenna Gorlewicz, assists visually impaired high school students in mastering algebra and other STEM subjects using haptic technology. The app vibrates or generates tones when the student's fingertip touches a line, curve, or shape on the screen.
A new NIH grant will help Missouri University School of Medicine students learn how to address public health issues, become lifelong learners, and deliver effective patient-centered care. The program will also enhance training in behavioral and social sciences with a focus on cultural competency and narrative-based learning.
The NYU College of Nursing has implemented a new clinical teaching model using high-fidelity human patient simulation, increasing faculty capacity by 30% while reducing student-to-teacher ratios. This approach provides a safe learning environment for students to practice skills and critical thinking.
A recent study by Columbia Business School researchers suggests that using a broadened set of information on new recruits, including nontraditional predictors of effectiveness, can help identify effective teachers. The results found that collecting such measures could explain 12 percent of the variance in teacher effectiveness.
This study uses geolocalization and open code platforms to create interactive e-learning activities in languages, combining reality and virtual worlds. The pilot test successfully taught Spanish to foreigners in a mixed-reality environment.
A $10.5 million grant will enhance the CPALMS system, a free online platform that guides teachers to teaching tools and resources, with new features including learning progression maps and messaging tools. The improved system will better support standards-driven instruction in mathematics, science, and reading/language arts.
The SAGE/CSWE Award for Innovative Teaching recognizes individuals who have brought about innovative teaching methods in social work education. The award promotes the exchange of ideas and encourages collaboration among educators.
A new study of middle childhood children found that depression forecasts difficulties with peers, including being victimized and having trouble being accepted. The research suggests that depression can leave a lasting impact on developmental milestones, such as forming healthy relationships with peers.
A new study by Arizona State University finds that adolescents suffering from depression are more likely to develop difficulty in peer relationships, including being bullied at school. The research suggests that depression symptoms can predict negative peer relationships.
The new Distraction Dodger video game, developed by the University of Minnesota ITS Institute, aims to teach young adults about the risks of distracted driving. The game simulates real-life scenarios, offering players a reality check on their driving habits and encouraging them to stay focused on the road.
Rhode Island Hospital's new simulation-based training program, Project CLEAR!, aims to standardize communication skills among emergency department staff and enhance patient satisfaction. The program has been successfully implemented with nearly 400 staff members, resulting in improved quality of care, safety, and service.
A study led by Durham University found that children with autism have intact inner speech mechanisms but often don't use them like typically developing children do. Teaching strategies to encourage inner speech may improve communication impairments and daily life skills.
The Economic & Social Research Council announces twenty new projects to develop quantitative methods (QM) skills in social science undergraduates. The projects aim to create online and interactive teaching resources, videos, and podcasts using technology to facilitate QM curriculum development and expansion of QM teachers.
A new $1.2 million grant will fund research and teacher training for doctoral students at the University of California, Riverside, focusing on students with disabilities. The program aims to improve reading skills and comprehension among low-skilled students, including English language learners.
A study of 20 elementary schools in Hawaii found that a focused character-building program improved overall education quality, as evaluated by teachers, parents and students. The program resulted in lower suspensions, absenteeism and better reading and math scores on standardized tests.
A picture book portrays the life cycle and challenges of a threatened frog species in Arizona, sparking enthusiasm for conservation among children. The book, written by an ASU microbiologist, aims to educate kids about biology, ecology, and overcoming obstacles, while promoting conservation efforts.
A study found that supplemental reading programs work best when they mirror core curricula in scope and sequence, improving students' reading skills in comprehension, fluency, and word decoding. The aligned group showed greater progress, with 60% scoring above the 40th percentile.
A study by University of Pennsylvania researcher Jessica McCrory Calarco found that middle-class children are more proactive in seeking help from teachers, while working-class children tend to wait until the last resort. Middle-class parents coach their children on how to ask for help, leading to better academic outcomes.
A study by University of Pennsylvania researcher Jessica McCrory Calarco found that middle-class children are more proactive in asking for help from teachers, while working-class children wait longer or ask in less obvious ways. This results in middle-class children receiving more support and assistance from teachers.
The Learning Designer is an interactive program that assists teachers in designing and developing lesson plans using digital technologies. It offers ideas and advice on introducing technology gradually within resource constraints, reusing existing materials, and maximizing its benefits for learners.
Doris Santoro argues that rigid curricula and high-stakes testing undermine a teacher's ability to respond to students' needs. The author emphasizes the distinction between burnout and demoralization, highlighting the need for policymakers to promote quality teaching.
A new study published in SAGE Open finds that video-chatting technology can effectively deliver reading interventions to rural and isolated students. The single-case study showed significant improvements in a nine-year-old student's reading accuracy test scores after ten weeks of regular online sessions.
Eli is a web service that improves writing by providing teachers and students with quick review, feedback, and revision tools. Developed by MSU researchers, Eli aims to enhance writing proficiency among America's students and professional writers.
A study from the University of Missouri found that abused children who control their emotions, focus on daily skills, and stay motivated can achieve academic success. The research analyzed math and reading scores of 702 children aged 6 to 10 and discovered that daily living skills are key to overcoming past trauma.
A recent study published in the Journal of Urology found that prostate cancer patients who undergo radical prostatectomy experience fewer complications and shorter hospital stays at teaching hospitals compared to non-academic institutions. The study suggests that the characteristics of teaching hospitals, including higher subspecialty ...
The University of Pittsburgh's Department of Computer Science has been awarded a CUDA Teaching Center by NVIDIA. The award includes $25,000 worth of graphics processing units, a teaching assistant, textbooks, software licenses, and remote testing access.
The New York University College of Nursing will use the grant to develop a simulation-based teaching strategy called D-SETS, which aims to increase cultural competence among nursing educators. The project also focuses on minority recruitment and retention to address the shortage of diverse nursing faculty.
A new study explores the challenges of making sense of conflicting reports from parents, teachers, and children about a child's behavioral problems. The research reveals that clinicians can benefit from considering these discrepancies as valuable information to improve treatment outcomes.
A new project, 'Global Youth Leaders', empowers young people from deprived communities to connect with cultures outside their own through workshops and mentorship. The initiative aims to break down pre-conceived views and broaden knowledge and understanding among participants.
A new study of Canadian first graders suggests that a good teacher-student relationship can shield children from expressing aggression and being targeted by their peers. The research found that genetically vulnerable children were protected from aggressive behavior if they had a warm, affectionate relationship with their teacher.
The University of Missouri's Missouri Partnership for Educational Renewal (MPER) has developed a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention in schools. With training efforts, school districts like Parkway School District have implemented standardized responses to address suicidal students before a tragedy occurs.
Inadequate handovers during patient care shifts lead to decreased continuity of care and higher risk of adverse events. Effective strategies, such as prioritizing acutely ill patients and minimizing discussion on straightforward cases, can improve the quality of sign-out processes.
A Durham University-led project has won a £760,000 grant from the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) to support teachers in using peer tutoring to boost Maths attainment among younger pupils. The project will train teachers and produce materials for 80 schools.
A new study conducted by two seventh-grade students found that over one in four kindergarten children and one in five teachers struggled to distinguish between medicine and candy. The most common mistakes included mixing M&Ms with Coricidin, SweeTARTS with Mylanta, and Reese's Pieces with Sine-off.
The article discusses how modern computer technology has expanded the ability to discover new mathematical results, enabling the exploration of complex patterns and relationships. Computer simulations have been used to explore various mathematical problems, including Giuga's Conjecture, providing empirical evidence in favor of its truth.
Jacqueline Ross, a Markham teacher with 17 years of experience, has developed a unique laboratory-based biotechnology course that combines theoretical learning with practical application. The Ontario Genomics Institute Genomics Teaching Prize recognizes her innovative approach to teaching genomics and its societal implications.
The project will virtualize evidence-based teaching methods using Peer Instruction (PI) and other innovative practices, making them accessible to educators globally. Researchers aim to create a centralized training platform, PORTAL, to support instructors in improving their teaching techniques.
Recent research by Peter Glick and Susan T. Fiske found that benevolent sexism motivates chivalrous acts but reinforces assumptions about men's competence over women's. Studies have shown that women who exhibit traditionally feminine traits receive benevolently sexist treatment, while those who assert themselves are met with hostility.
The University of Cincinnati's CEEMS program aims to equip teachers with engineering skills to provide students with opportunities to reach revised Ohio State Science Standards. The five-year grant will reach 1,925 teachers impacting 38,500 students in the region, promoting STEM education and transforming teacher education.
Alean Al-Krenawi's project aims to bring together Israeli and Palestinian human service providers to facilitate reconciliation and forgiveness. The program will teach tools and techniques to promote understanding, tolerance, and forgiveness in the volatile region.
Researchers found that teachers of the same race as their school principals have lower turnover rates and report higher job satisfaction. They also receive more administrative support and recognition. The study suggests maintaining diversity in principals to preserve teacher diversity.
A Michigan State University study found that low-income youth are more likely to vote if they are involved in political activism and influenced by friends and family. The researchers controlled for civic knowledge and found discussions with peers and parents to be key drivers of engagement.
A survey of patients in a teaching hospital found that they prefer to be informed about trainee participation in their care and have varying levels of willingness to consent. Consent rates differ based on scenarios describing increased resident involvement, with higher rates for minor procedures and private facility preferences.
A trial of peer tutoring in Scotland's primary schools found that children as young as seven to eight years old can benefit from a twenty-minute weekly session. The boost to school pupils' attainment provided by peer tutoring was equivalent to about three months progress in both maths and reading.
The ComPASS project aims to improve educational capacity for preparing students to contribute to a computationally driven economic future. UCSD and SDSU will offer 'computer science principles' classes at high school, undergraduate, and teacher training levels.
The grant will provide fellowships for up to ten students annually and expand research opportunities for STEM students seeking a teaching career. The program aims to address California's severe shortage of qualified science and math teachers in high-poverty urban schools.
The new duty-hour limits will require US teaching hospitals to spend up to $1.3 billion a year on implementing the changes, which aim to reduce medical errors caused by fatigue. The reforms also introduce changes in the training environment, including standardized hand-overs and education on fatigue and patient safety.
A comprehensive analysis of 600 studies found that simulation-based training consistently outperforms traditional instruction. The study's findings suggest that simulation can be an effective tool for teaching physicians and other healthcare professionals, offering benefits such as repeated practice without patient harm.
A Stanford University School of Medicine study found that only 33.3% of medical schools spent any time on LGBT health-related content during clinical training, despite the unique health risks faced by these patients. Almost all medical students are being taught to ask about sexual history, but the conversation needs to go deeper.
Mayo Clinic researchers analyzed over 600 studies on simulation-based training, finding it consistently better than no instruction for various learners and clinical topics. Simulation allows for practice without harming patients, repeated training to become more proficient, and structured learning for effective learning outcomes.
Research suggests that sex hormones play a significant role in shaping women's career interests. Females with congenital adrenal hyperplasia exhibit more interest in STEM careers due to increased androgen exposure, while those without the condition prefer people-oriented jobs.
According to University of Alberta researcher Lia Daniels, students can overcome boredom by using internal strategies such as re-appraising, critiquing, or evading their classes. The re-appraisers are the most resourceful group, while criticsizers may bring about effective change with the right communication from teachers. Parents and ...
The Entomological Society of America recognizes Marvin K. Harris, Gail E. Kampmeier, Kevin L. Steffey, and two others for their significant contributions to the field of entomology. These honorees have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the society through their service, research, and leadership.
A new study found that children's social goals play a crucial role in how they respond to bullying. Children who are interested in developing relationships tend to have more positive perceptions and use proactive strategies to solve conflicts. In contrast, those who want to be perceived as 'cool' or competent may retaliate and engage i...
A study from North Carolina State University reveals that a simple teaching tool improves fundamental reading skills, particularly fluency, in struggling readers without requiring significant program changes. The HELPS program demonstrates significant advances in reading comprehension and basic reading skills.
The survey found increased tolerance for non-majority viewpoints, but a lingering reluctance to extend freedoms to Muslim extremists. Education and changing attitudes across generations have driven this trend, with younger generations less threatened by certain groups than their parents.
A statistical analysis by Curt Nichols predicts Obama will land at the 22nd spot on expert ranking lists if he serves only one term. He is likely to receive credits for his four years of service and wartime leadership, but may be penalized for failing to lift the nation out of crisis.
The University of Houston will provide 12 high school science teachers with research experience in nanotechnology through a three-summer grant program. The program aims to attract students to engineering and increase the country's STEM talent pool.
Research from Vanderbilt University finds that preschool teachers' use of sophisticated vocabulary and analytic talk can predict fourth-grade reading comprehension and word recognition. Long-term effects of early childhood classrooms are also associated with improved language ability, including enhanced vocabulary in later grades.
Steven McCabe, MD, assistant professor at UofL School of Public Health and Information Sciences, will teach scientific research methodology to graduate students in Italy as part of the Fulbright Program. He aims to expand his decision analysis research and discuss research related to carpal tunnel syndrome.