Articles tagged with Learning
A Kansas State University researcher has found that nobody likes negative feedback, even those trying to learn. Culbertson suggests focusing on constructive feedback, avoiding numerical ratings, and eliminating the 'sandwich' approach. This can help managers improve employee motivation, commitment, and performance.
The University of Oregon's Science Literacy Program is exploring an interactive workshop centered on 'active learning,' which focuses on how students learn material and apply it in new situations. The goal is to improve STEM education by enhancing teaching methods that foster transfer of knowledge.
The study emphasizes the need for scientists to develop teamwork and communication skills, beyond just scientific knowledge. Graduate programs can play a crucial role in teaching collaboration through seminars, workshops, or courses.
A CU-built software program uses big data to suggest personalized content review, boosting remembering by 16.5% in a study of middle school Spanish students. The algorithm analyzes past student performance to recommend material that needs review, leveraging strategies used by online retailers.
A computer-based individualized study schedule has been shown to significantly improve students' memory of material presented months earlier. Personalized review helped students remember more material on tests given at the end of the semester and a month later, with benefits also seen in long-term educational outcomes.
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 study published in Neuron found that the posterior cingulate cortex (PCC) is active when the brain isn't working hard and quiets down during peak performance. The PCC plays a crucial role in monitoring performance and improving it, particularly in challenging cognitive tasks.
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 new study by Smithsonian researchers at Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics shows that iPad-based simulations improve student understanding of astronomical scale, compared to traditional classroom instruction. Students grasped the concept more effectively when using iPads to explore 3-D simulations of the universe.
Researchers identify five types of boredom, including apathetic boredom, which resembles learned helplessness or depression, in a study published in Motivation and Emotion. The findings show that people tend to experience one type of boredom at a time, rather than randomly switching between different types.
The study, involving 180,000 students across 34 countries, found that strong parental support and early literacy activities are crucial for academic success in reading, math, and science. Researchers discovered that students from homes with educated parents and access to reading materials tend to perform better in school.
A new study found that responsive interactions are crucial for toddlers' language learning, particularly when compared to video instruction. When conversing with a person or in a live video chat, children learn new words and use them to label actions.
Researchers developed an iPad app to teach spatial visualization, a key skill for doing well in science, math, and engineering. The app uses 3D computer graphics and touchscreen technology to help students visualize objects in 3D and learn how they look from different perspectives.
A new study from UT Arlington found that students attending schools with anti-bullying programs are more likely to be victims of bullying. The researchers suggest that these programs may inadvertently teach bullies the language and tactics they use, rather than preventing them.
The College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at UC Riverside is receiving a $2 million grant from the National Science Foundation to improve freshman academic success in STEM fields. The project, SL-CARE, aims to increase student participation in learning communities and research engagement courses.
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 study by Stanford researchers found that genetic testing improved student learning in a personalized medicine class. Students who had their genome tested as part of the course showed a 31% increase in knowledge compared to those who didn't undergo testing.
A Boston College professor has been awarded a $1.2-million grant to foster social entrepreneurship in urban high school students through indoor gardening technology. Students will learn how to conduct scientific investigations and develop small businesses initiatives to sell fresh produce, contributing to a healthier city as a whole.
Research suggests that dance marking, or loosely practicing a routine by going through the motions, can improve dance performance by reducing mental strain. The study found that dancers who practiced with marking were judged more highly on their movements and sequences, indicating improved fluidity and memorization.
Researchers have identified a unique pathway in the human brain that enables word learning, which is distinct from other species. The arcuate fasciculus connects auditory regions with motor areas, facilitating the connection between sound and articulation of words.
A pilot study from North Carolina State University found that switching seats can keep middle school students engaged in educational gaming tasks. The researchers discovered that the student actively playing the game stayed focused, while the second student on the team often lost interest.
Researchers found that a type of predatory sea slug, Pleurobranchaea californica, has complex cognitive abilities allowing it to learn the warning cues of dangerous prey. The sea slug selectively avoids certain prey, such as Flabellina iodinea, and can remember this avoidance behavior even after several days.
Researchers found synapses get stronger initially but then quickly weaken through a transitional phase, making them more vulnerable to further stimulation. This discovery suggests ways to control learning by manipulating biochemical pathways that maintain memory.
Researchers found that compassion training increased activity in brain regions involved in empathy and emotion regulation, leading to a desire to help others. The study also showed that people trained in compassion were more likely to be altruistic and spend their own money to support someone in need.
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison found that adults can be trained to engage in compassion meditation, increasing caring feelings for people suffering. Participants showed increased brain activity in regions involved in empathy and emotion regulation after training.
Movshon's work on visual processing and amblyopia has shed light on the neural basis of blindness. He is recognized for his studies on the organization and function of area V1, a key region in the brain's cerebral cortex.
A Harvard University study found that 95% of people believe the Earth's seasons are caused by its distance from the sun. However, scientists know it's due to the axis tilt and resulting sunlight duration. The study showed that better teachers who predicted students' wrong answers helped them learn more.
A Michigan State University researcher found that Twitter can be a better source of information than traditional news sources and online search engines. Tweets tagged with hashtags provide multiple perspectives on topics like the Occupy Wall Street movement. The study suggests using Twitter as a complement to formal teaching and learni...
A study published in the Journal of Health Psychology found that portion sizes significantly affect food intake, even with mindful eating education. Despite teaching participants about external factors influencing eating habits, they consumed more food when given larger portions.
A study published in Child Development found that instructors who use hand gestures while teaching math problems outperform those without gestures. Students who learned from gesture videos performed better on tests compared to those who learned from speech-only videos, with improved retention over time.
Researchers found that elite athletes outperformed nonathletes in cognitive tests such as memory recall, task-switching, and peripheral vision detection. Female athletes also showed significant advantages over their male peers in certain tasks, minimizing the typical performance gap between women and men.
A University of Pittsburgh study demonstrates that content-focused literacy coaching significantly improves student reading comprehension, particularly for low-income English-language learners. The coaching model encourages teachers to facilitate interactive text discussions, leading to better comprehension and retention.
A synthesis of studies on English reading outcomes for Spanish-dominant ELLs in elementary schools found that quality of instruction is more important than language of instruction. Effective reading interventions used extensive professional development and coaching.
A new report finds that popular study strategies like highlighting and rereading don't improve student learning, while effective techniques like practice testing and distributed practice can boost performance. The researchers recommend using these evidence-based strategies to direct teachers, students, and parents.
New UGA research reveals that girls perform better than boys in elementary school despite similar test scores, largely due to their approach towards learning. This early difference in classroom behavior affects teacher assessments, grades, and future academic prospects for both genders.
The MBL physiology course fosters a culture of curiosity and innovation among students, leading to the generation of 23 research papers and 59 meeting abstracts. The course's unique approach combines cell biology and physical sciences, and encourages students to think beyond their comfort zones.
A new study reveals that motivation and study skills, not intelligence, are key to long-term growth in math achievement. Students who were intrinsically motivated, used effective learning strategies, and avoided rote learning showed more growth in math ability.
A University of Rhode Island graduate student is using ocean waves to study the geologic structure beneath the Earth's surface. By analyzing seismic wave velocity near an underwater plateau, scientists can infer its formation process.
A three-year project at Durham University has found that collaborative learning increases both fluency and flexibility in mathematics, while using interactive smart desks can have benefits over traditional paper-based activities. The new 'Star Trek classroom' also encourages active student engagement and equal access.
The University of British Columbia is partnering with seven top North American universities to study improved teaching techniques in science classrooms. The Bay View Alliance aims to identify and evaluate ways for university leaders to inspire cultural change and enhance teaching and learning.
The University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine has received a $1.5 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration to provide four-year financial aid for at least 26 new and current students. The grant aims to increase access for underrepresented minorities, supporting diversity in dental education.
Spatial cognition researchers will form a virtual institute to collaborate and advance the field of spatial intelligence and learning. The Thematic Network in Spatial Cognition aims to establish spatial cognition as a scientific discipline, with relevance to education in STEM fields and professional areas.
A recent study published in Developmental Psychology found that variation in words, rather than similarity, may help early readers learn the rules of phonics more effectively. The study showed that students exposed to varied practice outperformed those with similar word lists, particularly among struggling learners.
OU Outreach has received $20 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Education to establish two comprehensive centers supporting education reform in seven states. The centers will provide technical assistance and training to state departments of education, aiming to increase student achievement goals.
A Weizmann Institute study found that people can learn new information while sleeping and retain it unconsciously, modifying their waking behavior. The research used a type of conditioning involving tones and odors presented during sleep, leading to responses similar to those experienced when awake.
A new study by University of Manchester researchers found that university maths students lack awareness of the importance of mathematical content and struggle to apply math in practice. Schools and colleges are not adequately preparing students for the transition to university learning practices.
Research reveals that human resource executives should view training as a holistic process, considering factors like job analysis, employee motivation, and structured guidance. Effective training programs also incorporate empirically tested insights into learning, such as repetition, error handling, and behavioral role modeling.
Research at the University of Chicago finds that children who excel in spatial skills also outperform their peers in learning the number line and solving math problems. Early spatial learning has been shown to improve geometry skills and boost mathematics performance.
Marta Fairclough, associate professor at University of Houston, receives Fulbright grant to study Croatian as a heritage language in Croatia. The six-month project aims to document her own learning experience and shed light on the importance of teaching heritage languages.
A Kansas State University researcher identified eight themes that characterize effective internships, including the importance of commitment, community and communication. Students valued feeling welcome and part of the organization, while employers sought to develop competencies, generate capital and build confidence.
Two Stanford University professors propose a new approach to teaching that replaces traditional lectures with short online videos, allowing students to learn at their own pace. The flipped-classroom model has shown promising results in improving student reviews and class attendance.
A group of scientists and educators has proposed a new approach to teaching science in US schools, emphasizing eight fundamental concepts and the practice of inquiry. The 8+1 Science concept aims to help students understand how scientific laws and principles apply across different disciplines.
Researchers at San Francisco State University found that a music-based curriculum can significantly improve fraction understanding in third-grade students. The program, known as Academic Music, uses rhythm and gestures to introduce fractions, resulting in a 50% increase in test scores compared to traditional math instruction.
Researchers found that young children are shaped by instructions about prejudice, while older children form their beliefs through experiences. The study suggests that teaching positive elements of equality and diversity is crucial for young kids.
A new study found that the order in which symptoms are presented online significantly affects perceived risk of illness, with unchecked boxes offering reassurance. Researchers suggest grouping common and mild symptoms at the top of lists to encourage early health screenings.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has received a $277,044 grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to develop software tools detecting student engagement in educational software. The project aims to improve learning outcomes by identifying specific types of disengagement.
The new technology, AutoTutor and Affective AutoTutor, can gauge students' emotional states and adjust strategies to help them overcome frustration and boredom. Tested on over 1,000 students, the system produces significant learning gains, outperforming even expert human tutors.
Researchers found that traumatic brain injuries increased susceptibility to PTSD and anxiety disorders in rats, highlighting the need for precautions against stressful situations. The study suggests a mechanistic link between TBI and PTSD, with the amygdala playing a critical role.
Simon Fraser University faculty members are attending the American Association for the Advancement of Science conference to share their teaching experiences and learn about innovative methods for engaging students in science education. They aim to bring new approaches back to their programs to benefit students, with a focus on active l...
Researchers developed Meta!Blast, a 3D video game that teaches cell biology to students. The game simulates a plant crisis and requires players to shrink to microscopic size to rescue lost scientists and save the world.