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Feb 19 2025EDUCATION

Nurses in Training: How Tech is Revolutionizing Learning

Nursing students face a challenging task. They must think quickly and make smart choices. This is where simulation-based learning (SBL) with technology steps in. Picture this: students practicing real-life situations using virtual reality, augmented reality, and other advanced tools. It's like a ser

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Feb 19 2025EDUCATION

Texas' Child Care Dilemma: Can Tax Breaks Fix the Problem?

Texas is facing a big problem with child care. Many parents struggle to find affordable options, which forces them to cut back on work or even leave their jobs. This issue costs Texas a lot of money each year, around $11. 4 billion, due to lost productivity and revenue. One idea to help is giving t

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Feb 19 2025EDUCATION

Virtual Reality: The New Way to Learn Root Canal Treatments

First, let's talk about regenerative endodontic procedures (REPs). These are fancy terms for root canal treatments that help regrow the damaged parts of a tooth. Imagine learning these complex procedures without ever touching a real patient. Sounds impossible, right? Well, a recent study explored a

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Feb 19 2025EDUCATION

Kids and Fairness: How Children Tackle Inequality

Imagine a world where kids have the power to fix unfair systems. That's exactly what a recent study explored. Researchers wanted to see how children handle inequality. They created a game where kids could move resources around. The resources were divided into four categories: basic needs like food a

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Feb 18 2025EDUCATION

Arab Kids in Israel: How They See Others

Did you know that kids as young as 5 and 8 years old can have biases against people they don't know? This is called the out-group homogeneity effect. It means that people think everyone in a group they don't belong to are all the same. Researchers wanted to see if this was true for Arab kids livi

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Feb 18 2025EDUCATION

Finding Purpose: How Young Migrants in China Make Sense of Their Lives

Migrant children in China face a unique challenge: finding meaning in their lives amidst constant change. This isn't just about having fun or passing time; it's about their mental well-being. Most studies on this topic focus on individual factors, like how much money they have or how well they're d

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Feb 17 2025EDUCATION

Academic Life: The Blurred Line Between Work and Personal Time

Academics often face a unique challenge: the constant overlap between their professional and personal lives. This isn't just about balancing work and life; it's about how the very nature of academic work blurs the lines between the two. Unlike typical 9-to-5 jobs, academia often demands irregular ho

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Feb 17 2025EDUCATION

Fighting for Fairness: Scotland's Schools Tackle Gender-Based Violence

Scotland's educational institutions are stepping up to combat gender-based violence (GBV) among teenagers. This initiative, known as Equally Safe at School (ESAS), goes beyond just punishing wrongdoers; it aims to transform the entire school environment. ESAS is a comprehensive two-year plan. Durin

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Feb 17 2025EDUCATION

Let's Play Together: Navigating Teamwork in Kindergarten Health Checks

Imagine a bustling kindergarten where health nurses and teachers join forces to check how well 4-year-olds are moving around. This isn't just about ticking boxes; it's about understanding how these professionals work together to make a real difference in kids' health. First, let's talk about who do

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Feb 16 2025EDUCATION

Kids Making Sense of Life and Death in Israel

In Israel, kids are learning about life and death in a unique way. They are doing this through play at the Lod Theater Center. This place uses a special kind of therapy called psychodrama. Psychodrama is a type of therapy that uses drama and role-playing to help people work through their feelings an

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