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Apr 02 2025EDUCATION

How Friends Shape School Drive for Kids with Big Challenges

School can be tough for any kid, but it's even harder for those with social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. These students often face extra hurdles in staying motivated and getting along with peers. The way friends influence school enthusiasm is not well understood for these students.

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Apr 02 2025EDUCATION

Westfield's New Plan for School Fields

The town of Westfield is making a big move to take care of school fields. This isn't just about cutting grass. It's about a smart plan to save money and make sure fields are safe for kids to play on. Starting April 1, the town will start maintaining some school fields. This includes mowing, marking

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Apr 01 2025EDUCATION

Quick Checks: Boosting Nursing Skills with Simple Feedback

Exit tickets are a handy tool in nursing education. They help teachers see if students really get what they are learning. This is important because nursing is all about knowing your stuff and being ready for anything. But there is more to it than just knowing facts. It is about being able to use tha

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Apr 01 2025EDUCATION

The Hidden Scars of Digital Bullying

The internet and social media have opened up new ways for people to connect. Unfortunately, they have also created new ways for bullies to hurt others. Cyberbullying is a big problem that can leave deep emotional wounds. Everyone knows that traditional bullying can cause serious harm. But what a

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Apr 01 2025EDUCATION

Dissecting Identity: A New Look at Medical Training

Medical students often face a tough reality. They must confront the human body in its most vulnerable state. This is a big deal. It's not just about learning anatomy. It's about grappling with deep emotions and ethical dilemmas. A recent project has been exploring this complex world. The project in

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Mar 31 2025EDUCATION

Nursing Students Master Skills from Afar

Nursing students today face unique challenges. They must learn complex skills, often without the benefit of in-person instruction. This is where remote clinical skills practice comes into play. It's a game-changer, allowing students to gain hands-on experience from a distance. This method is not jus

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Mar 31 2025EDUCATION

How Family Support Boosts Kids' Fitness and Brainpower in China

In China, the bond between kids' physical fitness and their ability to focus and make decisions is a hot topic. Researchers dug deep into this connection. They also checked out how family backing for physical activities plays a part. Plus, they looked at how boys and girls might experience these eff

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Mar 30 2025EDUCATION

Nurses Need More Than Just Training For Death

Death is a tough topic. It is a part of life that many people avoid thinking about. For nurses, it is a reality they face often. Yet, nursing education often misses the mark when it comes to preparing nurses for this aspect of their job. Most of the focus is on how nurses handle dying patients.

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Mar 29 2025EDUCATION

Columbia University's Leadership Shake-Up: What's Next?

Columbia University is going through a significant change in leadership. Dr. Katrina Armstrong, who had been serving as the interim president, has decided to step down. This comes just a week after the university made some big changes to its policies. These changes seem to be a response to pressure

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Mar 29 2025EDUCATION

Columbia University's Leadership Shake-Up

Columbia University has a new acting president. Claire Shipman will take over the role. She is the co-chair of the board of trustees. This change comes after Katrina A. Armstrong decided to step down. She had been serving as the interim president since August. Armstrong will go back to her job at th

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