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Dec 03 2024EDUCATION

Boosting Economic Diversity in Medical Schools: A Closer Look

You might think that medical schools are full of students from all walks of life, but that's not quite the case. Despite years of trying, there's still a big gap when it comes to students from lower income backgrounds. Why is this happening? Well, it's a mix of old problems and new ones too. But let

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Dec 02 2024EDUCATION

Squeezed Budgets: Pensions vs. Education in Massachusetts

In Massachusetts, school budgets are feeling the pinch. While test scores still haven't bounced back from the pandemic, pension costs keep climbing. Back in 2015, 9 cents of every education dollar went to pension payments. Now it's 14 cents! That's a lot of cash going out, leaving less for things li

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Dec 02 2024EDUCATION

Newton's Mixed Classrooms: A Lesson in Inequity

Newton Public Schools tried something new in autumn 2021. They mixed students of different levels into the same classroom, hoping it would help them learn better. This was a big change during a tough time, right after COVID-19 shut down schools. But teachers and students are now saying it's not work

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Dec 02 2024EDUCATION

Grandparents' Role in Kids' Education: Does It Really Make a Difference?

You've probably heard that early experiences can shape a person's future. Scientists have been exploring how non-parental care affects kids. A recent study in Germany took a closer look at the impact of grandparents on kids' school success. Researchers surveyed three generations in a family to find

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Dec 01 2024EDUCATION

Ghana's Future Doctors: Learning by Doing

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a great doctor? Well, it's not all about books and lectures. Real-life experience is key! In Ghana, medical students are stepping out of the classroom and into local communities through a programme called the Students' Community Engagement Programme (SCEP).

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Dec 01 2024EDUCATION

Food Safety in Schools: What Kids in Brazil Really Think

Have you ever thought about what kids really know about food safety? Turns out, it's a big deal to understand, especially for kids who are not just eating but also handling food. This study decided to dive into the minds of kids aged 10 to 14 in public schools around the Federal District of Brazil.

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Dec 01 2024EDUCATION

Bullying in Tanzanian Medical Schools: What's the Story?

Ever wondered what's happening behind the scenes in Tanzanian medical schools? Well, academic bullying is on the rise, and it's affecting students in a big way. Globally, this issue is getting worse, with the percentage of students experiencing it going from 27% to as high as 99. 1%. But, what about

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Nov 30 2024EDUCATION

Dinosaurs, Science, and Stories: Unexpected Connections

Ever thought about what dinosaurs, aliens, and geniuses have in common? It might not be obvious, but there are intriguing links between the worlds of science and humanities. Let's take a closer look. Did you know that studying dinosaurs isn't just about fossils? Scientists also look at patterns and

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Nov 29 2024EDUCATION

How Leadership Styles Affect Faculty Motivation at Taif University

A study at Taif University in Saudi Arabia took a closer look at how faculty members view different leadership styles and how that affects their motivation. The researchers asked 74 teachers from the university to share their thoughts. They wanted to know if men and women saw leadership styles diffe

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Nov 29 2024EDUCATION

How Students’ Views on Tests Change Over Time

Ever wondered how students grow to see tests as a chance to learn? This study took a close look at how students’ views on tests change as they move towards graduation. It turns out, the ability to see tests as a way to learn is all about being flexible and adaptable. Researchers wanted to know how t

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