Social Media Is Not To Blame For Children’s Poor Mental Health
Social media is often accused of damaging children’s mental health - but a new study suggests it is not to blame.
Why Intentionally Building Empathy Is More Important Now Than Ever
Empathy is eroding, says Stanford psychologist Jamil Zaki. The average American in 2009 was 30 percent less empathetic than their counterpart thirty years before. But there are ways to strengthen our empathy despite deep divisions in the world today.
How STEAM prepares students for the global economy
It's critical to ensure students are equipped to navigate the ever-changing global economy and the future of work and STEAM is the best way to prep them for those challenges
Persistence Is Not Always Productive: How to Stop Students From Spinning Their Wheels
Persistence is a valuable skill for students to have but it is important to ensure they are not simply spinning their wheels, says teacher
The Value of Digital Tools in Science Classes
Digital learning experiences can be used to mirror the work of real scientists, boosting students’ engagement and learning outcomes in science class
How do children express their state of knowledge of the world around them?
How do children express their state of knowledge of the world around them?
Computer science now counts as math credit in most states – is this a good idea?
Most states have changed their rules in recent years to let computer science count as a required high school math or science class. A physics professor explains how that trend could set students back.
To Foster Confidence and Motivation in Young Readers, Consider This
How can parents and teachers inspire children to see themselves as readers and build up their confidence and motivation to read more books?
Can mindfulness help your child’s education?
Can mindfulness give your children's education a boost?
Screening kindergarten readiness
Researchers have found that a readiness test can predict kindergarteners' success in school after 18 months.