Imagine this: instead of just reading about farm safety, what if you could experience it? That's exactly what a recent project did. They created a game using Immersive Virtual Reality (IVR) to teach agricultural safety to high school students. The goal was to see if this high-tech approach could mak
South Africa's legal system has a unique challenge. It needs to balance individual rights with the greater good of society. This is especially true when it comes to personality law, which protects a person's reputation and dignity. The current system focuses too much on intentional harm. It doesn't
Indigenous students face big hurdles in biomedical science and pharmacy research. These challenges come from long-standing issues and educational systems that don't always fit their needs. But there's hope. The University of Newcastle (UoN) is taking steps to change this. The UoN set up the
In our big, diverse world, it's clear that we often find ourselves on different sides of the fence when it comes to big issues. It's like we're speaking different languages, and it can feel impossible to find common ground. But what if there was a way to understand each other better? Let's
A group of pro-Palestinian activists made a bold move on Wednesday. They decided to occupy Milbank Hall at Barnard College in Manhattan. This wasn't just any ordinary protest. It was a sit-in. The activists had a clear goal. They wanted to take over the area outside Dean Leslie Grinage's office. Why
Nursing students often face a big challenge when they graduate: the NCLEX-RN exam. This test is crucial because it decides if they can become registered nurses. But what happens when students don't pass? This is a big deal because it affects their future careers. So, researchers wanted to figure out
Professor Wang Zhengguo was a name that echoed through the halls of mathematics. He wasn't just a teacher; he was a trailblazer. His journey began in the bustling streets of China, where he was born and raised. He showed an early aptitude for numbers, solving complex problems with ease. This talent
In China, high school students often face a unique challenge: balancing their studies with the dynamics of their friendships. This isn't just about who sits next to you in class. It's about how those relationships can either boost or hinder your drive to succeed in subjects like math and
In China, grandparents are stepping up to raise kids more than ever. This shift has sparked interest in how it affects children's future goals. Researchers dug into a massive survey called the "China Family Panel Studies" to find out how family wealth and social standing influence kids' expectations
Universities are facing some big challenges. Redundancies, market pressures, and political changes are shaking things up. So, what can academics do? Well, they can start by looking at their own work habits and seeing where they can make a difference. Academics are part of a larger group of universi
