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Jan 04 2026EDUCATION

Learning the Ropes: What Makes Midwifery Training Work (or Not)

Midwifery students in the U. S. face unique challenges during their hands-on training. While global research points to the value of guidance from experienced mentors, a structured learning path, and a supportive atmosphere, the specifics of what truly aids or obstructs student growth in this field r

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Nov 10 2025EDUCATION

Tech's New Trick: AI in Schools - A Cause for Concern?

Tech giants and politicians are pushing AI into classrooms, but is this a good idea? They see a future where AI tutors help students, teachers get less work, and kids become tech whizzes. Sounds great, right? But let's think about this carefully. First, remember when laptops were supposed to revolu

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Oct 28 2025EDUCATION

Fairy Tales and Fun: A Night of Learning and Play

A lively event took place where young students got to explore science, tech, art, and engineering through fairy tales. The event was held in a high school gym and cafeteria. It was open to kids from pre-K to sixth grade. There were 21 stations set up, each one designed by college students from Saint

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Apr 28 2025EDUCATION

How We Test Medical Students: MCQs vs. Short Answers

Medical students face tough tests. Two popular ways to check their knowledge are multiple choice questions (MCQs) and very short answer questions (VSAQs). These methods are used a lot in important exams. MCQs are quick and cover a lot of ground. They are also reliable. But they might not test how we

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Feb 12 2025EDUCATION

A Brilliant Teacher's Well Deserved Win

In the world of teaching, there are those who simply do their job, and then there are those who truly inspire. Kelly Pelak, a teacher who has been teaching for more than two decades in the Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills Elementary District 181, falls into the latter category. Pelak's dedication

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Feb 07 2025EDUCATION

Nursing Lessons In a Box: Rethinking the Order of Learning

Picture this: You're a nursing student, eager to learn. Instead of jumping straight into real-world scenarios, you're given a virtual patient encounter first, then a lecture, and finally, you're sent to the hospital. Why does it have to happen in this order? There's a growing trend in nursi

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