When high school freshmen's teachers give them lower scores on communication skills, the students receive four times as many disciplinary referrals as some of their peers, a new study found.
Education
Jun 9, 2020
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Researchers at the University of Missouri and the University of Essex in the United Kingdom found boys' poor reading skills in adolescence, combined with the social attitudes about women attending college, can help explain ...
Education
Jun 9, 2020
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Despite the time spent with smartphones and social media, young people today are just as socially skilled as those from the previous generation, a new study suggests.
Social Sciences
Apr 13, 2020
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In light of the recent events surrounding Covid-19, learning for grades K-12 looks very different than it did a month ago. Parents and educators may be feeling overwhelmed about turning their homes into classrooms.
Education
Apr 8, 2020
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A recent study, co-authored by a University of Notre Dame professor, shows how educators' racial and gender biases affect their assessments of students' academic skills based on noncognitive skills, which include behavior, ...
Social Sciences
Feb 11, 2020
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The transition from college to the workforce can be challenging; however, a new University of Minnesota study shows how higher education institutions can more adequately prepare students for life after school. While technical ...
Economics & Business
Jan 23, 2020
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More than a quarter of Canadians between the ages of 15 and 19 are providing care for friends and family—and it could be limiting their chances in life, according to new University of Alberta research.
Social Sciences
Nov 25, 2019
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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is the fastest growing developmental disability in the United States. According to the American Psychiatric Association, this disability is characterized by "persistent deficits in social communication ...
Education
Nov 13, 2019
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Starting kindergarten can be a challenging time for children as many are leaving home and learning to interact with others for the first time. As such, it is important for kindergartners to receive proper support from their ...
Education
Oct 8, 2019
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With school in full swing, many parents might be considering how to get more involved with their child's schooling. Parent involvement and support can be beneficial for students of all ages, but new research shows that family-school ...
Education
Aug 27, 2019
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