Research on teaching and the teaching profession. Covers teacher retention, AI in the classroom, science-education grants, and early education's long-term impact.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A study found that high-quality teachers tend to leave schools with large minority populations, suggesting a direct relationship between student race and teacher quality. This relationship may be a substantial contributor to the black-white achievement gap in American schools.
Yadong Yin, an assistant professor of chemistry at UC Riverside, has been awarded the Cottrell Scholar distinction for his outstanding teaching and research in materials science. He will use a portion of his $100,000 award to support his research and attend the annual Cottrell Scholar Conference.
A new study by RAND Corporation and UCLA suggests that limiting the work hours of medical residents could reduce medical errors but would create a substantial new expense for academic medical centers. The estimated annual cost to hire substitute workers could reach $1.6 billion.
A research review found that instilling the value of education and linking school work to future goals is key to boosting grades in middle school students. Parental involvement in conveying academic importance, relating educational goals to occupational aspirations, and discussing learning strategies had a positive impact on achievement.
The COPD Foundation's new Lung Health Check platform offers a quick assessment of breathing problems and provides personalized reports with suggestions for prevention and management. The resource aims to inform, educate, and empower individuals to take control of their lung health.
The Pittsburgh Science of Learning Center (PSLC) will continue its research on how people learn with a renewed $25 million NSF grant. The PSLC conducts experiments in over 50 classrooms across the US to understand learning styles and habits.
A survey of new doctors and teaching physicians found significant disagreement on essential medical procedures to learn, with new doctors prioritizing more invasive procedures. The results have led to a revised curriculum at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, enhancing student training and potentially improving patient care.
A new study by University of Illinois professor Christy Lleras found that ability grouping in elementary school impairs the literacy of lower-grouped minority students, while having little effect on higher-grouped minority students. The practice creates larger achievement gaps among minority students and exacerbates inequality.
A team of MSU researchers will support the creation of a standard curriculum for four-year baccalaureate education degrees at Pakistani universities. The goal is to improve teacher training and skills, addressing low literacy rates and negative perceptions of teaching as a career.
A new program, Cultivating Awareness and Resilience in Education (CARE), aims to reduce teacher stress and improve student behavior. By teaching mindfulness techniques, teachers can create a positive learning environment, increasing student engagement and reducing disruptive behavior.
A new book by Boston College researchers George Madaus, Michael Russell, and Jennifer Higgins explores the unintended consequences of high-stakes testing on students, teachers, and schools. The authors propose reforms to improve test accuracy, provide detailed diagnostic information, and measure essential 21st-century skills.
Researchers found that teaching kids the underlying structure of math problems enhances their understanding and ability to solve them. This approach, known as conceptual instruction, enables students to explain the problem and its solutions on their own.
Researchers examine the effectiveness of individualized instruction and observational tools to improve reading skills in fourth- and fifth-grade classrooms. Classroom observations and teacher logs are found to be reliable and valid methods for measuring instruction, with potential benefits for future research studies.
Researchers found that alternative teacher certification programs (ATCPs) lack focus on teacher development and support. Teachers with prior educational-relevant experience demonstrate higher instruction quality and greater empathy for students.
The University of Oregon's GEMs database has doubled in size, now featuring over 100 items on green chemistry strategies across various disciplines. The database allows educators to search by concept and contribute to threaded discussions, capturing the iterative process of greening laboratory activities.
A study found that children who received music tuition showed superior cognitive performance in reading skills compared to non-musically trained peers. The research suggests that music education can enhance school performance in language and literacy.
A recent study found that enterprising school management teams stimulate a development-focussed school culture, resulting in better school effectiveness. The study, conducted by Gerdy ten Bruggencate, analysed data from over 100 high schools in the Netherlands.
The new microscope will enable researchers to study matter at the atomic level, leading to breakthroughs in nanoscience and nanotechnology. It will also provide a platform for educational outreach to K-12 students and teachers through real-time transmissions and digital recordings.
The Lancet Series on Health in The Occupied Palestinian Territory highlights the importance of health for achieving peace and justice in the region. Key findings include improving maternal and child health, addressing trauma and non-communicable diseases, and advocating for sustainable peace settlement through international cooperation.
A new four-year grant-funded study will test the effectiveness of combining two research-proven programs, Texas Early Education Model (TEEM) and Play and Learning Strategies (PALS), to prepare children for kindergarten. The program aims to bridge the gap in learning between economically disadvantaged students and their peers.
A foreign virus called Ranavirus is devastating frog populations in the UK, killing tens of thousands each year. The frogs' immune system has responded by changing a gene called MHC, which codes for a major part of their immune system.
New research from Vanderbilt University provides effective writing strategies for teachers to improve student writers, focusing on planning, revising, and setting clear goals. The studies identify recommendations to boost motivation, incorporate computers into the curriculum, and enhance teacher preparation.
The state of Maryland is uniquely positioned to support the nation's foreign language needs by tapping into its abundant pool of well-educated, bilingual speakers. The task force recommends harnessing the skills of first, second, and third-generation Americans to recruit teachers and translators.
A University of Illinois study finds that public schools with certified teachers and a modern math curriculum outscore private schools. The researchers discovered that smaller class sizes, teacher certification, and instructional practices were key factors in achieving better math test scores for public school students.
A new study finds that MSU's mentoring program improved teacher effectiveness in the Lansing district, leading to a significant reduction in teacher turnover. The program involves freeing up veteran teachers to advise beginning peers throughout the school year, providing training and support to help them succeed.
Active learning is a teaching concept that prepares students for real-world interactions by encouraging participation, group work, and peer review. The approach has been successful in courses like software design, where lecturing plays a minimal role.
A study found that teaching hospitals have a survival benefit for white patients after surgical complications, but this advantage does not extend to black patients. The disparity may be due to varying levels of monitoring and care involvement by physicians-in-training.
A study found that white patients have better survival rates after surgery at teaching hospitals compared to nonteaching hospitals, but this advantage does not apply to black patients. The disparity exists across different hospitals and within the same hospital for both racial groups.
A study published by the American Psychological Association found that students who feel connected to their peers and teachers are more likely to intervene if they hear a fellow student planning something dangerous. However, students who don't feel connected are less likely to act.
Michigan State University's NSF-funded Faculty Institutes for Reforming Science Teaching will train 200 postdoctoral researchers to teach scientifically. The program aims to equip future college professors with skills for teaching science effectively, using inquiry-based learning and promoting scientific literacy.
A new study published in Child Development finds that preschoolers spend most of their day inactive, with 89% of physical activity characterized as sedentary. When balls and open spaces are made available, children become more likely to be active.
A new multimedia system, i-Maestro 3D Augmented Mirror (AMIR), uses motion capture to record a musician's posture and movement while playing. The system provides real-time analysis and feedback to improve technique, helping musicians and teachers alike.
Researchers developed a measurement system and protocol to train Caucasian subjects to recognize different African American faces, reducing implicit racial bias. The training improved ability to tell apart individual African-American faces and increased positive associations with African-American faces.
A new study reveals that a Philip Morris scientist established close connections with the Chulabhorn Research Institute in Thailand, which is designated as a WHO Collaborating Centre. This link raises concerns about the tobacco industry's ability to influence medical research and teaching at an academic institution allied with the WHO.
A new study by Cardiff University found that climate change is hindering the long-term recovery of rivers from the effects of acid rain. The research, which took place over a 25-year period, showed that up to 40% of improvements made in reducing acid rain have been canceled out due to climatic effects.
A study by University of California, Santa Barbara psychologists found that starting with difficult problems can improve understanding of new material. Participants who began with harder problems were able to think abstractly and perform well on the task, whereas those who started with easy problems struggled with more complicated issues.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison has developed a scientifically-led training program for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to learn effective teaching methods. The approach focuses on fostering scientific inquiry, diverse learning styles, and rigorous self-evaluation.
A study published in PLOS Medicine found that peer-led sex education in English schools did not reduce teenage abortions, but pupils preferred the approach. The trial involved 9,000 students and showed no significant difference in abortion rates between peer-led and teacher-led sessions at age 20.