“The evidence is showing that these reforms are not increasing graduation rates,” said Alex Goudas, a higher education researcher and a community college professor at Delta College in Michigan, who was not involved in this study. “Some students are benefiting a little bit — only temporarily — and other students are harmed permanently.” It seems … Read more
The sun has set on those endless, carefree summer days. You’ve swapped sunbeds for office chairs, and your inbox has been waiting for you like a needy pet. Sounds familiar, right? If you’re feeling the back-to-work blues, you’re not alone. The post-vacation depression is as real as it gets; everyone experiences it at work. But … Read more
This post was originally published by Parenting Translator. Sign up for the newsletter and follow Parenting Translator on Instagram. Most days being a parent can feel like the most thankless job in the world. You are working tirelessly and pouring our heart and soul into giving your children everything, yet it is rare to even get a “thanks,” much less … Read more
Pre-teen boys showed the greatest struggle with conduct problems – such as cheating, fighting and stealing – and hyperactive and inattentive behaviors in the last six months of 2023. According to the study, 24% of pre-teen boys experienced mental health issues related to hyperactive and inattentive behaviors, while they also scored high on conduct issues, … Read more
For better or for worse, visual information is the new internet, and infographics are pioneers in mashing information and images together in a way that hopefully tells a story, provides utility, or both. You need a few basic ‘things’ to create infographics. 1. A tool that works (below, we have eight ) 2. Reliable data … Read more
“But when will I use this irl?” = “But why should I actually care?” Distilled into one word, what they’re asking about is purpose. Students need to feel like the skills they are learning in your class serve a purpose. Immediately! For skills to serve a purpose to your students, those skills must be relevant … Read more
Unguided use of ChatGPT, the Harvard scientists argue, lets students complete assignments without engaging in critical thinking. Kestin doesn’t deliver traditional lectures. Like many physicists at Harvard, he teaches through a method called “active learning,” where students first work with peers on in-class problem sets as the lecturer gives feedback. Direct explanations or mini-lectures … Read more
In the post-pandemic world, the way we work has been completely transformed. Whether it’s remote, hybrid, or in-office, businesses of all sizes are exploring new work models to stay competitive. But this shift isn’t just about where we work. It’s about how we learn, too. As more companies embrace flexible work environments, L&D teams are … Read more
Brisk Teaching and Gemini are two of her district’s most commonly used AI tools. Here’s how she helps teachers use them: The Chrome extension Brisk Teaching and Google’s AI feature Gemini can generate quick and accurate translations for students who may not be proficient in English. Not only are these translation tools helpful to teachers, … Read more
Information and Communication Overloading (ICO) and “Mindful Media” contributed by Dr. Domenico Meschino In today’s digital age, children are immersed in many online activities that shape their daily lives. Social media has become integral to their social landscape, with platforms like YouTube capturing their attention. These platforms serve as virtual gathering places where children connect … Read more