A new article from a University of Kansas scholar examines the history of state history education standards, highlighting their evolution and potential as a tool for teaching critical thinking and nuanced historical understanding. The author argues that standards can be a way for teachers to guide students in analyzing historical docum...
SourceUniversity of Kansas·JournalThe American Historical Review·TypeContent analysis·DateJul 11, 2024
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A new study challenges the idea that academically selective schools are necessary for clever pupils to thrive. The research found that students from selective and non-selective schools had similar educational and employment outcomes at ages 19 and 25, except for a small difference in life satisfaction scores.
SourceTaylor & Francis Group·JournalBritish Journal of Educational Studies·DateJul 4, 2024
Research by Lancaster University found that people in higher social grades, including corporate world and education sectors, are adopting each other's speech patterns to be more inclusive. This 'resonance' has increased over the past 20 years, particularly among those with high social status.
SourceLancaster University·JournalApplied Linguistics·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 25, 2024
A new USC study found that Americans are united on core principles of public education, but diverge on sensitive topics like LGBTQ+ inclusion and racial justice in K-12 curricula. The survey revealed deep partisan divides, with Democrats generally supporting teaching controversial topics, while Republicans were less supportive.
SourceUniversity of Southern California·TypeSurvey·DateFeb 21, 2024
The Fannie and John Hertz Foundation has selected 45 finalists for the 2024 Hertz Fellowships, representing 21 universities. The finalists will advance to a culminating round of interviews for one of the most competitive doctoral fellowships in the nation.
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A global study of 240,000 students challenges the widespread policy conviction that bridging the academic gap hinges on improving socio-emotional skills. Despite high levels of socio-emotional skills among disadvantaged children, their relative underperformance at school remains largely unchanged.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalSociology of Education·DateDec 18, 2023
Researchers used network ethnography to map global education policy networks, exploring relationships between policy mobilities and moorings. The study sheds light on the varied relationships between policy actors and their effects on education reforms.
SourceCactus Communications·JournalECNU Review of Education·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateDec 5, 2023
Researchers reconstructed data on fertility and education using a modeling framework, affirming existing literature that educated women have lower fertility rates. The study highlights the spillover effect of education on fertility behavior, with more women following suit in communities where education levels increase.
SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·JournalDemographic Research·DateDec 4, 2023
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A recent study found that people with lower education levels in Appalachian Kentucky have higher colorectal and lung cancer incidence rates. An intervention program increasing educational attainment was shown to effectively increase knowledge of cancer among middle and high school students.
SourceUniversity of Kentucky·JournalJournal of Cancer Education·DateNov 29, 2023
A new study found that public spending on social safety net programs and education independently affects high school graduation rates. The researchers discovered that investing in these areas results in a positive impact, with higher spending associated with higher graduation rates for historically underserved student groups. By analyz...
SourceMichigan State University·JournalJournal of Adolescent Health·DateNov 10, 2023
Researchers found AI chatbot responses to top cancer queries are generally accurate but lack actionable information. These limitations suggest relying on chatbots for supplementary purposes rather than primary medical information.
A study of over 500,000 children found no significant difference in math and reading scores between those born between 39-40 weeks' gestation and 41 weeks' gestation. The results inform decisions on delivery timing at term birth and long-term cognitive development.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJul 31, 2023
A study by Pusan National University researcher Eunseok Ro examines the shift in instruction-giving practices for a book club conducted via video conference. As the facilitator adapts to the new virtual environment, she gradually changes her approach, adopting more recipient-designed and diversified instruction delivery.
SourcePusan National University·JournalComputer Assisted Language Learning·TypeObservational study·DateJul 6, 2023
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Researchers found that students with high levels of 'eudaimonia', or feelings of competence, motivation, and self-esteem, outperformed their peers in GCSE-level assessments, especially in Maths. However, life satisfaction was not linked to academic performance.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalSchool Psychology Review·DateJul 5, 2023
A new study found that certain credentials, such as more education, references, and experience, can offset the negative impact of a criminal record on job prospects. Applicants with a criminal record were less likely to be hired without these credentials, but more likely to be hired if they had relevant experience or a college degree.
SourceAmerican Society of Criminology·JournalCriminology·DateJun 29, 2023
The study found that racial and ethnic health disparities cost the U.S. economy $451 billion in 2018, with education-related health disparities reaching $978 billion. The economic burden of health inequities is significant, but could be reduced by addressing structural contributors like racism and socioeconomic inequalities.
SourceNIH/National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities·JournalJAMA·DateMay 17, 2023
A recent study by Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University found that ethnic minority parents in Inner Mongolia prefer evidence-based knowledge on family education tailored to their local environment and culture. They sought information on how geographical features like the geomagnetic field influence children's growth and well-being.
SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalInternational Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health·TypeObservational study·DateMar 6, 2023
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A new study by the University of East Anglia finds a significant association between low literacy and poor mental health outcomes across multiple countries. People with lower literacy skills are more likely to experience anxiety and depression, highlighting the importance of addressing literacy as part of mental health services.
SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalMental Health and Social Inclusion·TypeSystematic review·DateJan 26, 2023
A study analyzing São Paulo City's built environment from 2015 to 2020 found that physical activity promoting structures increased, particularly in high-income areas. The growth varied by income level, with lower-income parts benefiting least from new bike paths and sports facilities.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalCities & Health·DateJan 24, 2023
A landmark study found a strong genetic correlation between higher education and protective causal association with several gut disorders. The research reveals that better education reduces the risk of diseases such as Alzheimer's and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
SourceEdith Cowan University·JournalInternational Journal of Molecular Sciences·TypeObservational study·DateJan 10, 2023
A study of 5,308 participants aged 50-64 found significant correlations between sedentary behavior and low fitness levels. Highly uneven fitness distribution was observed among groups at higher risk, including older adults, foreign-born individuals, and those with poor health and lifestyle habits.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalBMJ Open·DateDec 22, 2022
A new study from the University of Kansas finds that parents from marginalized backgrounds and lower educational attainment make more compromises on school features, resulting in lower satisfaction. The research suggests that these parents are not lacking in understanding what would be best for their children, but rather face constrain...
SourceUniversity of Kansas·JournalEducational Evaluation and Policy Analysis·TypeSurvey·DateOct 20, 2022
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Research suggests widely-used assessment tools measuring executive functions in US students from high-poverty communities are inaccurate. The study highlights the need for culturally representative assessments to provide effective support and understanding of diverse student needs.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalDevelopmental Science·DateOct 11, 2022
A new study finds that individuals with stronger religious beliefs tend to have lower sex drives but are more content with their sex lives overall. Researchers also discovered a significant association between educational attainment and reduced sexual satisfaction.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalThe Journal of Sex Research·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 30, 2022
A study by Jerome Adda (Bocconi University) finds that new skills are the main contributor to higher salaries. Routine manual skills increase productivity and earnings in early career stages, while structured training and cognitive abstract skills have long-term effects. Trained workers earn higher wages and are less unemployed.
SourceBocconi University·JournalJournal of Political Economy·DateAug 23, 2022
A new study from the University of Kansas found that a professional development intervention improved an educator's teaching skills and boosted students' abilities to solve word problems, especially for Hispanic English-learning students with math learning disabilities. The program helped develop a 'feedback loop' between educator and ...
SourceUniversity of Kansas·JournalJournal of Learning Disabilities·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 13, 2022
A new LMU study finds that social origin significantly influences career development, with university graduates from low-education backgrounds facing greater difficulties launching their careers. The study suggests organizing career support events for these individuals and promoting more inclusive hiring practices.
SourceLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München·JournalEuropean Sociological Review·DateMay 4, 2022
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A recent study of 480 children at risk of neonatal hypoglycemia found no significant association between exposure to hypoglycemia and lower educational achievement at ages 9-10. The researchers analyzed data from treated children, suggesting that early treatment may not have long-term effects on academic performance.
A study by researchers at the University of Waterloo found that higher education and advanced language skills can protect against dementia in people with mild cognitive impairment. Almost one-third of participants reverted to normal cognition, while over 80% never developed dementia.
SourceUniversity of Waterloo·JournalNeurology·DateMar 3, 2022
Researchers studied 384 African American women aged 30-46 with 48-hour blood pressure monitoring. Being in debt was linked to higher daytime and nighttime blood pressure and increased risk of sustained hypertension.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateFeb 24, 2022
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A recent study of Dutch citizens between ages 14 and 26 reveals that lower educational attainment is associated with higher rates of alcohol use, rather than the other way around. This finding challenges previous assumptions about the relationship between education level and substance abuse.
Research suggests that guided play can be just as effective as traditional instruction in developing key skills such as literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Guided play may even improve math skills and cognitive ability in younger children.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalChild Development·DateJan 12, 2022
A study by sociologist Dr. Ansgar Hudde found that city dwellers with high education levels cycle significantly more than those living in rural areas, with a strong correlation between education level and bicycle mobility. This trend is attributed to the perceived status and health benefits associated with cycling.
SourceUniversity of Cologne·JournalJournal of Transport Geography·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJan 10, 2022
A study of over 560,000 children in India, Pakistan, Kenya, and Uganda found that private education made little difference in learning outcomes, with gains largely attributed to more advantaged backgrounds. The researchers suggest that private schools may be drawing support away from state education without significantly improving stan...
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalComparative Education Review·DateNov 22, 2021
A new study of 51,000 UK adults found that COVID-19 lockdowns had differential impacts on people's income, time use, and subjective well-being based on their gender, ethnicity, and educational level. The study suggests that these inequalities may persist even after lockdown restrictions eased.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeSystematic review·DateSep 29, 2021
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A randomized clinical trial in Sierra Leone showed that trained associate clinicians can perform groin hernia operations as safely and effectively as doctors. The study's findings suggest task sharing could help address surgical care shortages in low-income countries.
SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJan 11, 2021
A recent study by a researcher at the University of Kansas found statistically significant associations between music achievement and reading/math achievement in over 1,000 middle-school students. The findings suggest that there may be general learning processes underlying all academic achievement, regardless of the subject.
SourceUniversity of Kansas·JournalJournal of Research in Music Education·DateNov 30, 2020
A new study finds that being male, unmarried, and from low/middle-income countries significantly increases the risk of dying from COVID-19. The research also shows a higher mortality rate for those with lower education and income levels, as well as living in urban areas.
SourceStockholm University·JournalNature Communications·DateOct 9, 2020
A new IIASA study shows that higher levels of education and increasing workforce participation can offset the economic burden of an aging population in Europe. The 'productivity-weighted labor force dependency ratio' reflects the impact of expanding education and labor market participation, particularly among women and the elderly.
SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 23, 2020
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A Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare study found that heavy stress shortens life expectancy by 2.8 years, while a healthy lifestyle can increase it by 1.4 years (fruit) and 0.9 years (vegetables). The same factors impacted both men and women.
SourceFinnish Institute for Health and Welfare·JournalBMJ Open·DateMar 11, 2020
A nationwide study found that low educational levels predict a higher risk of developing or dying from heart disease and stroke. The study also discovered that low income and work stress could explain up to 54% of the increased risk among people with and without cardiovascular diseases.
SourceEuropean Society of Cardiology·JournalEuropean Heart Journal·DateDec 16, 2019
Researchers found that life expectancy in Switzerland has increased, but the country's population who only attended compulsory schooling are living longer in poor health. The gap between men and women is also widening, with women experiencing a smaller increase in healthy years due to their higher life expectancy
SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalInternational Journal of Public Health·DateNov 11, 2019
A new study suggests that incorporating regional differences into population projection models in India can significantly impact projected population growth. The research highlights the importance of considering education level, which is associated with lower fertility rates, in determining population projections.
SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJul 30, 2018
Alcohol use disorder increased in the US population from 65.4% to 72.7%, with significant growth among women, older adults, racial/ethnic minorities, and those with lower educational levels and family income. High-risk drinking also rose by 29.9% over two decades.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Psychiatry·DateAug 9, 2017
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A new study found that citizen science volunteers are mainly motivated by a desire to learn and enhance their scientific knowledge. The research, led by the University of Portsmouth, surveyed 2000 online volunteers and discovered that this motivation was the number one driver for participation.
SourceUniversity of Portsmouth·JournalNonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly·DateJul 31, 2017
A new study from the University of Eastern Finland found that children from low-income families, especially boys, engage in less supervised physical activity and spend more screen time. The study analyzed 248 boys aged 6-8 years and discovered that nearly half had exceeded the recommended daily screen time.
SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalEuropean Journal of Sport Science·DateApr 3, 2017
A population-based register study in Sweden found that lower socioeconomic status increases the risk of advanced-stage penile cancer. Management of the disease does not differ between social groups, according to the findings published in BJU International.
A study by Dr Anu Molarius found that obesity rates increased from 13% to 17% among women and 12% to 17% among men between 2000 and 2012. The prevalence of obesity was highest among middle-aged individuals with a middle level education.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateJun 3, 2016
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A recent study found that mental activity may help delay the onset of Alzheimer's symptoms, but it does not affect the underlying disease changes in the brain. For carriers of the APOE4 gene, continued lifetime learning was associated with lower levels of amyloid plaques.
SourceAmerican Academy of Neurology·JournalNeurology·DateFeb 24, 2016
A European Heart Rhythm Association/European Society of Cardiology survey found that patients with no schooling missed treatment targets more often and were less aware of bleeding risks. The study highlights the importance of providing user-friendly education about risk factors for stroke and adequate use of anticoagulants.
SourceEuropean Society of Cardiology·JournalEP Europace·DateFeb 21, 2016
A University of Kansas researcher's study found that compulsory schooling laws in Northern US states led to more people marrying those with the same education level and race, potentially contributing to economic inequality. The study suggests that regional differences in economic development may have influenced this outcome.
SourceUniversity of Kansas·JournalDemography·DateAug 19, 2015
Difficulty paying medical bills is a significant predictor of foregone medical and prescription drug care. The study examines how unaffordable medical expenses can lead to cyclical relationships between health, employment status, and financial resources.
SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalPopulation Health Management·DateApr 28, 2015
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A new study predicts dialect features based on demographic characteristics and location using statistical modeling techniques. The researchers examined how speakers of Italian and Tuscan dialects referred to 170 different concepts, finding that geography and social factors influence language use.
SourceLinguistic Society of America·JournalLanguage·DateSep 24, 2014
A new study finds that marriages where a wife has more education than her husband are no longer associated with a higher risk of divorce. In fact, couples in which both individuals have equal levels of education are now less likely to divorce than those in which husbands have more education.
SourceAmerican Sociological Association·JournalAmerican Sociological Review·DateJul 24, 2014
Research by Linköping University's Alireza Behtoui reveals that migrant children have less education but equal job prospects to Swedish-born peers when adjusted for parent's education level. The difference in salaries remains, but decreases with factors such as education and family status.
SourceLinköping University·JournalEthnic and Racial Studies·DateJan 27, 2014
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Recent immigrant men who are overqualified for their jobs are more than three times as likely to sustain an injury at work compared to their peers. Language barriers, a lack of knowledge about health and safety, and outdated skills may contribute to this increased risk. In contrast, women in similar situations show no such association.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalInjury Prevention·DateJul 9, 2012
A new study published in the American Sociological Review found that the decline of unions in America is a major contributor to rising wage inequality. Union decline accounts for approximately a fifth of the increase in hourly wage inequality among women and about a third among men, according to the study.
SourceAmerican Sociological Association·JournalAmerican Sociological Review·DateJul 26, 2011
A recent study by Joel E. Cohen and colleagues found that childbearing impeded education more than education reduced childbearing among Norwegian women. The researchers followed all women born in Norway in 1964 through the end of their childbearing, using year-by-year data on education, enrollment, and reproduction.
SourceRockefeller University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJul 4, 2011
A new study found that higher education is associated with improved cardiovascular health outcomes in high-income countries, but not in low- and middle-income countries. Smoking rates unexpectedly increased with greater education level among women in these regions.
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A Spanish Foundation for Science and Technology study found that executives with higher negative emotional traits took fewer risks, while those with higher educational levels took more. The researchers analyzed data from 70 banks and 46 savings banks, discovering a significant connection between the CEO's emotional traits and firm risk.
SourceSpanish Foundation for Science and Technology·JournalBritish Journal of Management·DateJul 9, 2010