CoSN2020: Fact or Fallacy? The Impact of Screen Time
Remote learning is changing the conversation about students and the amount of time they spend on computing devices, but some myths persist. (video)
What a new survey says about students’ mental health
High school students report more frequent depression, concerns about basic needs
Distance Learning FAQ: Solving Teachers’ and Students’ Common Problems
Lessons learned from problems during remote learning can help inform teaching and learning this fall.
How to Prepare Students for the Workplace Through Certifications
Creating courses around industry certifications can give students an advantage in the job search after graduation.
8 Backyard Science Experiments To Try With Your Kids
Parents can pick from a variety of outdoor science experiments to switch things up with their kids this summer.
I redesigned a school playground for my PhD – and the children got better marks learning outside
The need for social distancing due to coronavirus means now is the time for schools across the world to embrace outdoor learning.
Visual method helps with learning language rules
One or two children per classroom finds it difficult to recognize patterns in spoken language, says researchers from the Netherlands. But these children with a developmental language disorder (DLD) do, however, recognize similar patterns in pictures.
Polonetsky: Are the Online Programs Your Child’s School Uses Protecting Student Privacy? Some Things to Look For
Technology can add value to students’ educational experience, enhance our ability to work remotely and help us stay connected. But we must make sure appropriate safeguards are in place so privacy and security don’t fall by the wayside
Bringing the Natural World To Students With a Pollinator Garden
A garden for bees and butterflies helps local endangered species while providing opportunities for standards-based science lessons for children
4 Ways to Encourage Math Talks
Math discussions boost students’ math skills—and also help them see themselves as valued math thinkers.