How large is the population of students who are living in the U.S. without legal authorization? There are 408,000 undocumented students enrolled in U.S. colleges and universities – that’s about 2% of the entire U.S. college population. California and Texas have the greatest number, with about 21% of all undocumented college students living in California and 14% in […] … learn more→

There are many claims to sort through in the current era of ubiquitous artificial intelligence (AI) products, especially generative AI ones based on large language models or LLMs, such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini and many, many others. AI will change the world. AI will bring “astounding triumphs”. AI is overhyped, and the bubble is about to burst. […] … learn more→

Across universities worldwide, a quiet revolution is underway. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, DeepSeek and Gemini are being used to produce essays, summarise readings, and even conduct complex assignments. Generative artificial intelligence is a kind of AI that can handle a variety of creative tasks in diverse domains, such as arts, […] … learn more→

Research results are not the same as research claims. This is one of those distinctions that sounds simple but can trip researchers up. But understanding the difference can be really helpful. Research results Research results are what you get when you finish your data generation and analysis. They’re the direct outcomes of whatever inquiry you’ve […] … learn more→

What does a “good student” do? They take notes, pay attention, and remain silent while the teacher explains: this would be a common response. That is, the teacher takes the lead, and the students remain passive. This is often considered the best model for getting good grades . Active methodologies propose something different: learning based on student participation . […] … learn more→

What does it mean to be intelligent? To pass a logic test? To solve an equation? To have a good memory? Intelligence has long been reduced to an IQ score . However, as early as the 1920s and 1940s, American psychologists such as Edward Thorndike, Louis Thurstone, and Raymond Cattell were already highlighting the existence of different […] … learn more→

News that several New Zealand universities have given up using detection software to expose student use of artificial intelligence (AI) underlines the challenge higher education is facing. With AI tools such as ChatGPT now able to produce essays, reports and case studies in seconds, the old assessment model is breaking down. For decades, that model was valued […] … learn more→

Want to know what a great criminal defense lawyer is made of? There’s more to understanding what a criminal defense lawyer does than knowing they show up to court to represent their clients. It’s important to understand the specific skills and areas of expertise that truly set apart the good from the great criminal defense […] … learn more→

Across the United States, more schools are implementing policies restricting cellphones as concerns about digital distraction, mental health and academic performance rise. The scale of the issue is significant. According to a 2023 report from Common Sense Media, 97% of students between the ages of 11 and 17 use their cellphones at least once during the school day. These students spend […] … learn more→

Over the past decade, teacher resignations have been on the rise, particularly among those new to the profession. To curb this phenomenon, it is important to better understand how a sense of professional identity develops and the factors that play a role in its construction. This 2025 school year, a number of classes have once […] … learn more→