Monthly Archives: January 2024

Reining in AI means figuring out which regulation options are feasible, both technically and economically

Reining in AI means figuring out which regulation options are feasible, both technically and economically

Concern about generative artificial intelligence technologies seems to be growing almost as fast as the spread of the technologies themselves. These worries are driven by unease about the possible spread of disinformation at a scale never seen before, and fears of loss of employment, loss of control over creative works and, more futuristically, AI becoming so powerful […] … learn more→

What social robots can teach America’s students

What social robots can teach America’s students

How would you feel if your child were being tutored by a robot? Social robots – robots that can talk and mimic and respond to human emotion – have been introduced into classrooms around the world. Researchers have used them to read stories to preschool students in Singapore, help 12-year-olds in Iran learn English, improve handwriting among young children in Switzerland and teach […] … learn more→

Express yourself in writing, a skill that is acquired with practice

Express yourself in writing, a skill that is acquired with practice

The recent results of the PISA report have revealed the deficiencies of Spanish and European students, in general, in reading competence. The recent report of the Royal Spanish Academy on the teaching of language and literature in Spain is expressed in a similar sense . Part of the blame is attributed to new technologies that encourage reading texts and short […] … learn more→

From elitist to diverse: the long road to the inclusive university

From elitist to diverse: the long road to the inclusive university

In recent decades, studies on inclusive education and diversity in universities have multiplied. To evaluate the ease of access and permanence of vulnerable or underrepresented groups in higher education, these studies analyze three key factors: presence, participation and progress. Regarding the presence or existence of diversity among students, faculty and technical staff, the university is inclusive […] … learn more→

Working from home since COVID-19? Cabin fever could be the next challenge

Working from home since COVID-19? Cabin fever could be the next challenge

As Canada opened back up after the COVID-19 lockdowns, many businesses encouraged their workers to head back to the office. Yet, despite restrictions being lifted in Canada and around the world, teleworking as a regular working arrangement has remained popular across different industries. Different polls over the last three years show an increased interest in teleworking […] … learn more→

Why do we learn nursery rhymes in kindergarten?

Why do we learn nursery rhymes in kindergarten?

In mid-December, before lunchtime, in the nursery school of a medium-sized provincial town, two mixed classes of medium and large sections are gathered with their teachers in the playground. Nearly fifty children aged 4 and 5 years repeat songs and nursery rhymes learned for the following week, with a view to a show which will be given for […] … learn more→

When should you start? How much should you give? How to make sure pocket money teaches your kids financial skills

When should you start? How much should you give? How to make sure pocket money teaches your kids financial skills

Giving kids pocket money can be a really challenging decision for families. It raises questions about when to start it, how much to give and whether it should be tied to chores. As a finance researcher and parent, it’s also important to view pocket money as an educational opportunity. You can use it to teach […] … learn more→

Canada should not fall behind on implementing safety measures for children online

Canada should not fall behind on implementing safety measures for children online

Recent legislation about age verification for adult content sites has sparked an interesting scenario in the Canadian parliament. On Dec. 13, Bill S-210, An Act to restrict young persons’ online access to sexually explicit material, passed the second reading in the House of Commons with a vote of 189 to 133. Surprisingly, most Liberal MPs voted against […] … learn more→

Instances in which you may need a Personal Injury Lawyer

Instances in which you may need a Personal Injury Lawyer

Suffering from an injury in an accident can be overwhelming. Dealing with all the paperwork, talking to the cops, and sorting things out with insurance, it’s a lot! That’s where a personal injury lawyer can really step in to help. They’re your go-to when it comes to handling medical bills and any income you might […] … learn more→