In today’s world, it’s easy for kids to get lost in endless screen time, TV, video games, YouTube, and tablets can dominate their attention. That’s why podcasts for kids have become such a refreshing alternative. […]
For decades, Newton’s Cradle has been a beloved classroom tool, demonstrating the principles of momentum and energy conservation. However, a new era of science education has arrived with the Active Magnetic Cradle, a revolutionary device […]
At the heart of Pen2txt’s mission is the desire to empower students of all abilities to reach their full potential. The platform’s primary focus is on supporting children with dysgraphia, a learning disability that affects […]
As someone who has struggled with reading and writing difficulties, I understand the challenges that come with learning disabilities. Dyslexia is a common learning disability that affects one’s ability to read, write, and spell. However, […]
You can feel uninspired when it comes to buying baby gift baskets for the kids in your life. Finding something original and enjoyable may even seem difficult with so many fresh trends and toys available. […]
Young people who are hooked on watching fantasy or reading science fiction may be on to something. Contrary to a common misperception that reading this genre is an unworthy practice, reading science fiction and fantasy […]
When children step out of their traditional elementary school classroom to learn outdoors, they experience a wide range of benefits. Outdoor learning is fun, active and fosters creativity and problem solving. Outdoor spaces are stimulating and offer a variety […]
Parents often stress about their kids’ sugar intake, but it can be hard to know how much is too much – or what to do about it. Glucose – a simple sugar that forms the basis of most […]
One of the many changes COVID-19 brought those in education was an almost immediate switch to online learning. Overnight, institutions scrambled to keep education moving, while bridging the physical distance between teacher and learner. Traditionally […]
Most of us have spent more time on screens since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This increase in screen time may be especially pronounced among teens because of school closures, the cancellation of extracurricular […]
The dramatic rise of online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic has spotlit concerns about the role of technology in exam surveillance — and also in student cheating. Some universities have reported more cheating during the pandemic, and such concerns are […]
China is the No.1 source country of international students who come to study in Canada. According to the Canadian Bureau for International Education, 150,000 international students from China studied in Canada in 2017. Any political impact on Canadian […]
Academic freedom continues to decline worldwide. Over the last decade, it has declined in 50 countries, while only nine countries have registered improvements. The countries that have experienced a decline include several democracies, such as […]
The higher education sector is more aware of disability than it was a few years ago. Universities are more willing to provide support, and attitudes have improved. What students describe day to day, however, tells […]
Since tools like ChatGPT burst into higher education, debate has focused on two extremes: either students are all committing underhanded academic fraud and plagiarism or Artificial Intelligence will magically revolutionize learning.This article was originally published […]
Which children work harder at school, and what do their efforts have to do with their social background? Until now, educational research has been unable to provide empirically based answers to this question. However, a […]
University students today face a confusing mix of messages about failure. They hear from a variety of sources, sometimes including educational institutions, that it’s a normal part of learning, yet they move through systems where […]
Specialist resource centers (a form of “Inclusion Base”) within mainstream secondary schools may be linked to stronger academic progress, improved attendance, and a greater sense of belonging for autistic pupils, according to a new three-year […]
Generative AI (GenAI) has significant potential to boost girls’ confidence, agency, and participation in STEM subjects—but new research shows that realizing such potential depends on how teachers use GenAI in the classroom. The findings are […]
Employment can be a powerful gateway to independence, dignity, and belonging. Yet for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), that gateway remains limited. Although work supports better health, social connection, and a sense of […]
When considering the challenges faced by children with developmental language disorder (DLD), it’s natural to think of difficulties they have in understanding and using language. What tends to get overlooked, however, is how the disorder […]
Who among us hasn’t put off doing something we know we need to do while scrolling through just a few more TikToks, Instagram reels or YouTube shorts? New research from the William Allen White School […]
What do blind people experience in their dreams? — James Humans are extremely visual. Nearly half of our brain is devoted to processing visual information. Most of the brain networks responsible for providing vision are established early […]
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