Education Begins with Language

European Day of Languages was celebrated with the launch of a new report: Education Begins with Language

Distance learning makes it harder for kids to exercise, especially in low-income communities

School closures have affected children across the US in numerous ways, but it especially impacts a child's physical activity. Outdoor play can change that

Distracted learning a big problem, golden opportunity for educators, students

Although experts say using electronic media while doing schoolwork negatively impacts learning, many students believe they're immune to any ill effects because they're good multitaskers, according to recent research.

Children can’t always read between the lines. Sometimes it’s better to be explicit

While some adults see implicit meaning in sentences, children can miss it. Two linguists explain how this can happen, and why it matters in communication.

Gray: Windows, Movable Walls & Furniture, Outdoor Space — How Flexible School Design Makes Socially Distanced Education Work in a Pandemic

Some innovative schools are finding pre-pandemic decisions they made to build learning environments with flexible spaces are serving them well for social distancing and meeting heightened safety concerns

New Research Ignites Debate on the ‘30 Million Word Gap’

For decades, the findings of the '30 Million Word Gap' have had a seismic impact on society. But recent research may call those findings into question.

Using Themes to Give Young Students a Sense of Purpose

Weekly themes like Chef Week make school fun while giving students a way to connect all the things they’re learning.

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