http://phys.org/ en-us Phys.org internet news portal provides the latest news on science including: Physics, Nanotechnology, Life Sciences, Space Science, Earth Science, Environment, Health and Medicine. Electronic tablets like the iPad are a revolutionary educational tool and are becoming part of childhood, but should be watched carefully so that overuse doesn't lead to learning or behavioral problems, experts say. http://phys.org/news252261401.html Technology Thu, 29 Mar 2012 17:36:47 EST news252261401 (PhysOrg.com) -- A challenge for students and teachers -- and today, for designers of educational software: How often should material be reviewed for best learning? Wait too long to review and it fades away; review too soon and the effort is wasted. http://phys.org/news246781482.html Other Sciences Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:25:02 EST news246781482 (AP) -- Educational software maker Blackboard is being taken private for $1.64 billion in cash by an investor group led by affiliates of Providence Equity Partners. http://phys.org/news228733817.html Technology Fri, 01 Jul 2011 10:10:31 EST news228733817 When students working with educational software get stymied, they often try to find fault with the computer or the software, rather than look to their own mistakes, according to a new dissertation at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. http://phys.org/news163416188.html Other Sciences Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:23:43 EST news163416188