Assessing student knowledge is not the ultimate goal of a subject, but a fundamental part of the learning process itself. It is the only way for both learners and teachers to understand how students are progressing, what their strengths and areas for improvement are, and what the practical application of what they are learning is, […] … learn more→

● Social norms and expectations drive low female participation in STEM fields. ● It’s not a matter of lost talent, but a series of processes that make it difficult for women to participate. ● The solution cannot be partial—it requires planning of the structure, rules of the game, mechanisms, and operational procedures. The low participation […] … learn more→

Cursive writing is more than just a beautiful style of handwriting; it helps improve writing speed, coordination, and overall presentation. Many students and adults learn cursive at an early age, but over time, small mistakes begin to appear. These mistakes can affect readability, neatness, and confidence. The good news is that cursive writing problems are […] … learn more→

I spoke in January 2026 with 150 high school students about career options. After explaining my own career as a professor of education, health and behavior, I asked the students a simple question: Would you want to be a teacher? “Why in the world would I want to be a teacher?” one female student said. “My […] … learn more→

Transitioning out of military service and into the workforce is extremely difficult. It’s an uncomplicated concept. Leave the military, get a job, start your new life. But there’s so much more going on behind the scenes. Your veteran mental health plays a huge role in your ability to land civilian employment. If you don’t receive […] … learn more→

● Federated learning allows AI to learn without sending personal data to the server. ● This technology maintains user privacy while still increasing the intelligence of the system. ● Federated learning is a middle ground for AI advancement and data protection. Have you ever been amazed when your phone’s keyboard can guess the words you’re about to […] … learn more→

For more than a century, the dominant measure of human intelligence has been the ( intelligence quotient ( IQ ) test ), a tool designed to quantify reasoning ability through the resolution of linguistic and logical-mathematical problems. Intelligence: a multifaceted issue However, a growing number of academics and educators have questioned whether this reductionist and limiting approach […] … learn more→

Ready to help students succeed in the workforce of the future? Every school would love to have a team of educators who can captivate the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators. Good STEM instruction is a major key to: Increased student engagement Better preparation for STEM careers Here’s the catch: Qualified STEM teachers are […] … learn more→

Chess, which has long suffered from a dusty image in society, is now enjoying a surge in popularity among young people thanks to series like The Queen’s Gambit (2020), the growth of esports , and initiatives by French NBA star Victor Wembanyama. Last July, Wembanyama proposed combining basketball and chess in a single competition, emphasizing: “We need a variety of things to […] … learn more→

Many high school seniors are now focusing on what they will do once they graduate – or how they don’t at all know what is to come. Families trying to guide and support these students at the juncture of a major life transition likely also feel nervous about the open-ended possibilities, from starting at a […] … learn more→