News tagged with student learning
Microsoft service makes research a social affair
An "experimental" project by Microsoft to mix online social networking and academic research was open to the public on Monday.
May 22, 2012 |
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Findings from discipline-based education research could improve undergraduate science and engineering teaching
Discipline-based education research (DBER) has generated insights that could help improve undergraduate education in science and engineering, but these findings have not yet prompted widespread changes in teaching practice, ...
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May 21, 2012 |
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Co-workers can be as important as supervisors for effective student internships, researcher finds
Summer internships are beginning, and career-related research from Kansas State University is helping determine what can make those internships more meaningful for students.
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May 08, 2012 |
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Virtual learning environments put new demands on teachers
Introduction of hi-tech teaching aids in the classroom often comes with great hopes for enhanced learning. Yet a new doctoral thesis from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, shows that new technologies per se do not improve ...
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Apr 23, 2012 |
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Middle school teachers, students stay after school to work on science, engineering projects
The School of Education at Virginia Tech and the College of Education at University of Kentucky were awarded $1.3 million from the National Science Foundation to implement and evaluate an inquiry-based after-school ...
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Feb 13, 2012 |
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'Flipped classroom' teaching model gains an online community
Researchers at Harvard University have launched the Peer Instruction (PI) Network, a new global social network for users of interactive teaching methods.
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Feb 09, 2012 |
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Research team applies mathematical modeling and algorithms to learning process
(PhysOrg.com) -- Most people inherently understand that they have a unique way of studying material for a test that suits their unique personality. Unfortunately, such differences between people tend to create problems for ...
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Jan 24, 2012 |
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E-textbooks may usher lower costs, improved learning for college students
(PhysOrg.com) -- An e-textbook pilot program will be tested in the coming months as Ball State University examines methods to reduce the cost of attending college and increase learning efficiency.
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Jan 18, 2012 |
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Plugged into learning: Computers help students advance
Technology has grown by leaps and bounds, yet are computers helping students progress in their learning? Absolutely, says a 40-year retrospective on the impact of technology in classrooms.
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Jan 17, 2012 |
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Use of technology-rich learning environment reveals improved retention rates
Researchers at Rochester Institute of Technology have found that use of a technology-rich learning environment in several undergraduate engineering-technology courses has improved learning and decreased withdrawals from, ...
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Nov 21, 2011 |
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Low-cost electronic tablet proves worth in Indian classroom
The U.S.- and Singapore-based creators of the low-cost I-slate electronic tablet are preparing for full-scale production now that a yearlong series of tests has shown that the device is an effective learning ...
Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets
Oct 03, 2011 |
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Study shows connection between academic direction and student learning
A Kansas State University professor is helping students improve their confidence and academic performance by creating a map of learning.
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Aug 08, 2011 |
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How psychological cues can limit black students' academic learning, success
(PhysOrg.com) -- Like a gnawing stomach or pesky runny nose, a looming stereotype can make it difficult to focus and perform well in school. Based on existing research, black students, Latinos, and women in math and science ...
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Jul 12, 2011 |
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Mystery of Ohio's Fort Recovery solved by students
Obscured for more than two centuries lost under several feet of dirt and clay, the original site of historically important Fort Recovery was recently discovered following months of sleuthing by a team from ...
Other Sciences / Archaeology & Fossils
Jun 21, 2011 |
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Revamped college science course improves student performance -- in spite of cuts
Students overall performed better – and educationally disadvantaged students generally made even greater strides than everyone else – in an introductory biology course at a university where recent budget woes doubled ...
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Jun 02, 2011 |
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