Teachers in Johannesburg's public secondary schools are facing an unseen challenge: chalk dust. A recent study shed light on how teachers handle this everyday hazard. Most teachers, around 95%, have never had any training on the risks of chalk dust. This lack of knowledge leads to a worrying trend:
Zohran Mamdani is now in charge of New York City's schools. This is a big job. He has to make sure kids get a good education. But it's not easy. There are many problems. Some people want to talk about who controls the schools. Others want to talk about special programs for smart kids. But the real p
Grassroots activism is a powerful way to create change in a community. It involves identifying a problem, gathering facts, and persuading decision-makers. But it's not always easy. It takes time, effort, and strategy. First, you need to identify the problem. It should be something that affects a lo
SSRIs, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, are commonly prescribed for depression. They work by increasing serotonin levels in the brain. Serotonin is a chemical that regulates mood, among other things. However, too much serotonin can lead to unwanted side effects, such as a decreased sex dr
In the heart of a bustling city, an old school gets a fresh makeover. The Louis-Saint-Laurent School, built way back in 1959, is getting some new additions. Think of it like giving an old house a new wing. The new parts include five new classrooms for little kids, a cozy learning hub, and a shiny ne
In the USA, classrooms are often filled with treats. Birthdays, holidays, and good behavior are celebrated with candy and snacks. But is this a good idea? A study looked into this issue. It focused on how teachers use food as rewards. It also checked how this relates to the Health Belief Model (HBM)
itch. io, a popular spot for indie games, has started removing adult-themed games. This move comes after pressure from a group called Collective Shout. They wanted payment companies like Visa and MasterCard to stop supporting these games. Users noticed that adult games were missing from search resu
Epilepsy is a common condition, yet many teachers feel unprepared to handle it in the classroom. This can lead to students with epilepsy missing out on learning and feeling left out. A recent study set out to change that by creating a clear, practical guide for teachers. The study focused on what t
Big Tech companies are increasingly targeting schools, marketing their AI products as helpful tools for both students and teachers. However, this push raises important questions about the future of education. Some schools, like those in Texas and Arizona, are already using AI to teach students, with
Anxiety is a common issue among young people, often starting in the teenage years. The body's own cannabis-like chemicals, called endocannabinoids, might play a big part in this. These chemicals, AEA and 2-AG, could help doctors understand anxiety better and improve treatments. Researchers studied
