Articles tagged with Teaching
A renowned science educator, Marvin Druger, reflects on his mission to inspire students to enjoy the adventure of learning. His new book, Practical Perspectives on Science Education, offers practical tips, personal reflections, and a passion for making science education meaningful and motivational.
Research suggests that adult learners can easily recognize and identify words in a second language when spoken in the accent of their native speaker, not the 'original' accent. This challenges traditional teaching methods used in many adult schools.
Acquired prosopagnosia sufferers process faces as a whole, rather than in parts, according to new study findings. This 'locally restricted, serial processing style' is inefficient for certain types of information, hindering real-life face recognition.
A virtual training tool enhances teaching in cataract surgery, improving resident performance and patient outcomes. The Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary Cataract Surgery Trainer allows residents to practice complex surgeries in a safe, simulated environment.
The study found that videoconferencing enabled successful completion of education programs for radiology trainees in remote locations, removing the need for travel and increasing participation rates. Satisfaction with course content and delivery was high among participants.
Romesh C. Batra, a Virginia Tech professor of engineering science and mechanics, has been awarded the Virginia Outstanding Faculty Award for his exceptional teaching and research efforts. He is renowned for his work on material failure and has received numerous awards, including the Alexander von Humboldt Award.
A new study found that parents who allow their teenagers to drink at home may increase the risk of alcohol-related problems, including trouble in school and fights with peers. The researchers suggest that prohibiting drinking altogether is a better approach to reducing the risk of heavy drinking and problem drinking in adolescence.
Researchers from Oklahoma State University outline a teaching method that uses rapid computer game creation to bridge the digital divide. This approach circumvents traditional barriers to computing, such as prior knowledge of programming, and fosters critical and creative thinking skills.
A new study by University of Illinois psychologists suggests that individuals with low achievement motivation actually perform better on tasks when they are framed as enjoyable. This finding challenges the common assumption that motivation is essential for success and highlights the importance of considering individual goals and prefer...
Researchers in Brazil develop a GRASP heuristic for efficient school timetabling, solving the NP-hard problem by balancing teacher preferences, student schedules, and resource constraints. The algorithm improves solution quality and reduces building time.
A negative physical education experience during childhood can have a lasting impact on a person's attitude towards physical activity. Research by University of Alberta professor Billy Strean highlights the importance of creating a fun and playful environment for young athletes.
A recent report by a team of researchers finds that numerous studies on learning styles fail to satisfy key criteria for scientific validity. As a result, the widespread use of learning-style tests and teaching tools is considered a wasteful use of limited educational resources.
Incorporating technology in high school-level geometry classes makes teaching easier and empowers students to discover new geometric relationships. Students who used dynamic geometry software were more successful in discovering mathematical ideas than those using static diagrams.
A new study reveals that physical education teaching staff's responsibility, social interaction, and competence influence students' enjoyment of physical activities. Dispositional flow, a psychological state allowing optimal task engagement, is linked to these factors.
A study of 124,260 prescriptions in 19 UK hospitals found an error rate of 8.9% with potentially lethal mistakes in 1.7% of cases. Improving clinical working environments, undergraduate education, and introducing standard drug charts are recommended to reduce errors.
Research suggests that pushing toddlers to develop self-control too early may hinder brain development. Toddlers rely on brute-force competition to learn social conventions like language acquisition. Their immature brains are better equipped for learning through trial and error, allowing them to pick up skills effortlessly.
The First Step To Success program has shown robust improvements among at-risk elementary students in the Albuquerque, N.M., school district. The four-year study found significant impact on behavioral symptoms and social functioning among participating students, with effect sizes ranging from .54 to .87.
The Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth has launched a handbook for rural health care ethics, addressing the gaps in resources for regional clinicians. The guide covers case studies and personal ethical challenges faced by healthcare professionals in rural settings.
Professor Leonard C. Yannielli receives 2009 Evolution Education Award for his work promoting accurate understanding of biological evolution in the classroom and community. He has developed innovative instructional materials and organized discussions on evolution, working to educate colleagues across academic disciplines.
A new national study reveals that having a teacher mentor can nearly double the odds of attending college for disadvantaged students, with a 50% greater likelihood overall. Mentors in the teaching profession played a pivotal role in bridging the college gap.
Researchers found helmet ventilation improves PaO2 in most ARF patients, low intubation rate and good tolerability. Admission to teaching hospitals increases mortality in ARF patients, study suggests factors needed to be explored.
Research from the University of Gothenburg reveals that preschool children actively challenge and redefine traditional gender structures. Despite teachers' biases, children often share play and learning activities, show concern for each other's well-being, and reformulate possibilities through child-led initiatives.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has received a $2.1 million National Science Foundation grant to provide professional development programs for middle-school math teachers and research their impact. The program aims to improve teacher performance, energize classrooms, and get students excited about math.
A book by Dennis Shirley and Elizabeth MacDonald offers a new approach to supporting teachers, drawing on small group discussions, journal writing, and meditation. The authors argue that mindfulness can help teachers lead themselves and their students to a more satisfactory classroom experience.
The article explores the importance of understanding cultural value systems in the classroom and how educators can adapt their teaching methods to accommodate diverse learners. By recognizing the unique features of multicultural groups, educators can maximize the benefits of cultural diversity in the learning process.
Researchers found that gossip in formal settings is often veiled criticism, but can be redirected by changing the subject or targeting another colleague. The study also identified subtle ways that people who are targets of gossip are negatively evaluated during meetings.
A University of Illinois professor proposes that the similarities between music, teaching, and research can improve educational outcomes. The article highlights how knowing an audience and being adaptable are essential for effective communication and making meaning.
The American Society of Plant Biologists has launched 'Teaching Tools in Plant Biology' in The Plant Cell, a monthly online feature with regularly updated sets of teaching materials on important themes in plant biology. Peer-reviewed tools are designed for upper-level undergraduates but can also be adapted for introductory courses.
A recent study by Cornell economist Michael Lovenheim found that teachers' unions have little impact on school districts' allocation of money, including teacher pay and spending per student. Unionization was linked to an increase in the number of teachers employed, but this effect was offset by increases in student enrollment, resultin...
Sue Goldie and Ichiro Kawachi, two Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health faculty members, have been elected to the Institute of Medicine. Their work focuses on developing models that link disease biology to population outcomes, with a focus on women's health and social determinants of health.
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University are testing a new intervention called Responsive Teaching, designed for parents and caregivers of children under 3 years old with autism. The study aims to improve social emotional functioning and daily routines, without direct instruction or rote learning activities.
The American Society of Agronomy, Crop Science Society of America, and Soil Science Society of America will recognize individuals with outstanding contributions to education, national and international service, and research. The 2009 award recipients include Donald Graetz, David Mengel, Robert G. Hoeft, and others.
A study by Indiana University found that women with more positive attitudes towards their genitals are more likely to engage in sexual health-promoting behaviors. The study also suggests that men generally have more positive attitudes towards women's genitals than women.
Operation Reboot pairs IT professionals with existing computing teachers to co-teach and gain teaching experience. Over three years, the initiative aims to increase computing education for 4,600 students by 30%.
A cross-cultural study finds that teacher support is essential to students' self-esteem in both China and the US. Students who feel supported by their teachers tend to have higher self-esteem, while those who don't face increased depression risk.
Jeannie Albrecht's five-year grant aims to develop techniques for increasing stability in mobile applications, benefiting students and researchers at small colleges. The project will integrate human interaction patterns into a software toolkit, providing valuable hands-on experience with emerging mobile computing systems.
Professor Brenda Trofanenko argues that elementary school students lack the historical knowledge and critical sensibility necessary to understand genocide. High school students are better equipped, both emotionally and intellectually, to deal with traumatic events in world history. The professor suggests a fact-based approach to learni...
The 2009 BERA/SAGE Practitioner Research Awards honored Lindsey Thomas and teams for innovative projects, including a virtual learning environment for poetry and academic induction guidelines. Winners receive £500 prize money and SAGE books, promoting high-quality research in education.
The five-year grant will investigate the effect of instructional coaches on elementary school math education and identify what coaches need to know about math and coaching. The researchers will train 60 coaches, analyze data, and gather feedback from classrooms in multiple states.
The NSF grant supports a collaborative project involving 15 school districts to enhance math and science teaching and learning. The institute offers a specialized Master of Natural Sciences degree specifically designed for teachers, aiming to improve the quality of instruction and increase student access to advanced courses.
A study published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery found that resident duty-hour reform has led to an increase in perioperative complications for hip fracture patients, especially in teaching hospitals. The study also noted longer hospital stays and increased costs.
Research identifies six factors that can lead to student disengagement, including inadequate academic support and irrelevant coursework. Experts recommend solutions such as reducing class sizes, clarifying discipline policies, and increasing personal contact between administrators and students.
The American Political Science Association has awarded several notable individuals with prestigious recognition for their contributions to the study and practice of politics. Lawrence O'Toole received the John Gaus Award for a lifetime of scholarship, while Catherine McArdle Kelleher won the Hubert H. Humphrey Award for public service.
A new NC State University study identifies ways schools and communities can work with parents to give children the greatest chance of success. The 'child and family teams' approach brings in a broad support group, giving families control over their child's situation.
Research suggests that students cheat more when focused on grades and test scores. Experts recommend shifting the focus to learning and understanding, rather than just achieving high marks. By doing so, teachers can create a more conducive environment where cheating is less likely to occur.
Professor Graham Kendall's software programme automatically plans Christmas and New Year fixtures for 92 teams, considering guidelines to ease policing and transport pressure. The algorithm prevents local derbies, ensures balanced match schedules, and limits London clubs' home games.
Researchers found that teaching resilience and a sense of purpose in schools can reduce depressive symptoms, increase optimism, and boost learning. The Penn Resiliency Program and Positive Psychology Program were successful in improving life satisfaction and academic performance.
Dr. Michael E. O'Brien has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to dental education, receiving the Daniel M. Laskin Award for Outstanding Predoctoral Educator in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He is a respected educator, mentor, and clinician with over 25 years of experience at LSUHSC.
A recent study analyzing childrearing advice in popular US magazine Parents found a historical trade-off between children's autonomy in private spaces at home and public spaces outside the home. While children have gained more autonomy in self-expression, they have lost substantial freedom of movement and delayed responsibilities.
Research by Dr. Amber Teacher reveals that wild frog populations in the UK are changing their mating behaviour in response to Ranavirus infection, with healthy frogs selecting mates based on their Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) type.
Kansas State University researchers developed online teaching modules addressing epidemiology and statistics, accessible to over 30,000 international students. The modules help train plant pathologists in developing countries, overcoming software and language barriers.
Undergraduate researchers at UAB have developed a computer program that teaches CPR using hand-held remote controls from the Nintendo Wii video game console. The American Heart Association has pledged $50,000 to fund the project and make it available as an open source code download.
The study reveals that effective teachers focus on building self-esteem, engendering trust, and maintaining respect. They combine good knowledge of their subject and teaching practice to provide tailored support.
The book provides a grand tour of mathematics in 10 essential lessons, introducing key concepts such as symbolic logic, infinity, and calculus, with the goal of instilling an appreciation for mathematics as both an art and a science. Professor King's approach aims to make real mathematics enjoyable and palatable for non-technical readers.
Researchers propose effective autonomy of schools to design educational programs tailored to socio-cultural contexts and involve families in managing schools. The study highlights the need for collective consciousness and political will to enact changes in the current organizational structure.
The Carnegie Institution's CASE and Math for America (MfA) partnership aims to recruit, train, and retain effective secondary school mathematics teachers in Washington, D.C. The program has received a $1.5-million NSF grant to support 14 Fellows over the next four years.
A study found that custom animations in PowerPoint lectures negatively impact student learning, requiring greater concentration and reducing exposure time. In contrast, static graphics are better retained by students.
The BioInterfaces program aims to develop new tools to control cells, leading to therapies for muscle, retina, and central nervous system diseases. The program also focuses on controlling bacterial cells that form biofilms on man-made surfaces.
A Tel Aviv University researcher developed a program to educate boys and girls on the importance of handwashing, resulting in a significant increase in practice from 25% to 60%. The program included teacher education, puppet shows, songs, and hands-on experiments, highlighting the direct connection between hygiene and health.
The UGA Collaborative Adolescent Autism Teacher Training (CAATT) project aims to train teachers on how to work with secondary-age students with ASD. The new program will provide fellowships for up to a dozen graduate students annually to learn specialized training in structuring classrooms and designing instruction.