Ever wondered why kids pick up new hobbies or change their minds about school subjects? It's not just about what they learn in class. Friendships play a huge role in shaping what students find interesting. Kids often change their learning interests to fit in with their friends. This isn't a one-way
STEM education is about to get a huge shot in the arm. A generous donation of thirty thousand dollars is on the way. This money is earmarked to support science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education across the country. The funds will be distributed to various states, including all fift
A group of 569 college students were part of an experiment to see how different levels of aerobic exercise affected their ability to learn new things. They played basketball and badminton for 8 weeks, with some doing low-intensity and others doing moderate-intensity workouts. The goal was to see if
The U. S. Department of Education has pulled the plug on online applications for income-driven repayment (IDR) plans. This means borrowers can't sign up, renew, or tweak their repayment terms through the federal website. This change comes after a federal court order that stopped key parts of the IDR
Dental students have a lot to say about their hands-on training. They use comparisons and word pictures to describe what they go through. This isn't just about sharing feelings. It's about giving teachers a new way to understand and improve how they teach. Imagine you're a dental student. You're le
Imagine a world where kids are not getting enough exercise. This is happening in Cantabria, Spain. School physical education classes alone aren't enough to keep kids active. So, kids need to do sports and physical activities outside of school hours. But why do some kids do it, while others don't?
Ever thought that doodling could be a super useful study tool? Well, it can be! Drawing helps students remember stuff better, improves how they observe things, and makes them more interested in what they're learning. But, let's be real, it can also be a bit tough and time-consuming. So, how can we m
Ever wondered why some teens are more into politics than others? A large study in Germany looked at twins aged 10 to 29 and found that family wealth plays a big role in shaping political interest. About 30-40% of the difference in political interest among these twins comes from their genes. However,
Physiotherapy students usually get tested in person, but what if they could do it online? This idea was explored in a recent study. The goal was to see if online assessments could work as well as traditional in-person tests. This could be a game-changer, especially with the rise of remote learning.
Bullying that targets someone's identity can have serious effects on young people. This isn't just about physical harm; it can mess with a kid's mind and emotions. Researchers have been studying this issue, but many studies have missed the mark by not looking at the bigger picture over time. A recen
