Picture this: AI walking into classrooms to give teachers and students a helping hand. Researchers are teaming up with educators to understand how AI can be useful in schools. One cool idea is creating AI assistants, or 'smart classroom buddies, ' with features that can simplify learning. For instan
China's history is rich with ancient mathematical achievements, but modern math made its way to the country much later. The first university in China was established in 1895, and the first math department opened in 1913. Early in the 20th century, many Chinese students ventured to Europe, the US, an
Every year, many kids get burned. A recent study looked into whether teaching kids about burn safety can actually reduce these injuries. Researchers tried out an educational program in schools. The program had lessons, games, and activities to help kids understand how to stay safe from burns. Scient
Belgium has one of the highest age-standardized incidence rates for breast cancer worldwide, yet it also boasts high survival rates. Researchers are delving into why this is, with a particular focus on educational disparities. The study looks at three key aspects: differences in breast cancer incide
General surgery education has taken a big leap forward thanks to surgical simulations and training technologies. These tools have changed the game, offering a more hands-on, interactive, and effective way to train surgeons. Let's dive into how these innovations are making a difference in surgical ed
Stress among medical students, including dentists, is a growing concern that can impact patient care. This problem isn't new, but what's missing are structured ways to help students cope. In Pakistan, while we know what stresses out medical students and how they handle it, there hasn't been much don
If you're a student at Darien High School, get ready for some exciting new courses in the 2025-2026 school year! The Board of Education has given the green light to three new classes: astronomy, American Sign Language 3, and cybersecurity. Science Coordinator Christian Dockum shared that the astron
You know how sometimes the internet seems to know everything? Well, researchers have been checking out how AI can help teach us about neuropathic pain. They've been looking at two AI models, GPT-3. 5 and GPT-4, to see if they can answer questions about this type of pain accurately and consistently.
Ever heard of games that teach? Serious games are getting popular in medical schools. But we're not talking about video games. Analog serious games are the old-school, hands-on kind. This review checks out what's been said about these games in books and studies. It also points out what's missing and
Nine promising film students have been chosen by the Museum of the Moving Image and the Sloan Foundation to craft science-themed screenplays. These lucky students, hailing from top film schools, will have access to expert mentors throughout the year. Two of them will win a $20, 000 prize. The mento
