Ah, adolescence. A time of change, of navigating awkward social situations, figuring out who you are, maybe holding down that first job or focusing on extracurriculars — all while juggling the demands of school. And for most teens, managing all of this happens on too little sleep.
Teacher in Virginia uses a micro-controller to connect a computer to a keyboard, allowing kindergarten students to play notes—and close a circuit—when they high-five their classmates.
Teachers often confront the dilemma of whether to include disruptive students in plays, concerts and so on. But in the latest issue of Educational Leadership, Danielle Iamarino argues that the benefits of the arts for just such students means teachers should prioritize participation for them.
Den amerikanska ekonomiprofessorn Eric Hanushek är respekterad världen över för sin forskning. Och han skräder inte orden om lärarkvalitetens betydelse för elevernas resultat.
Children rest during nap time at a preschool in Hughes, Ark. New research finds that naps help many young children remember what they are learning in school.
Students at three schools in Australia who used makerspaces involving 3D design and printing tools were more engaged and confident, according to a study by researchers at Macquarie University. The researchers also offered nine tips to help teachers create and use makerspaces, including by offering the right kind of professional-development opportunities.