The widespread use of screens is raising many concerns in the public space about the development of children as well as the risky practices of adolescents. Social reactions linked to their digital uses mainly focus on risks and dangers. Questions of juvenile sexuality are attracting attention, whether it concerns the accessibility of pornographic content online , the exchange […] … learn more→
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Children in care: digital technology, a means of “creating family”?
Australia’s teacher workforce has a diversity problem. Here’s how we can fix it
Australia’s teaching workforce does not reflect the diversity of the Australian community, a situation that has far-reaching implications for our education system. As we outline in our new research, published today, teachers are predominantly Australian-born, female, and non-Indigenous. Most hail from middle-class backgrounds with urban upbringings, and are less likely to have disabilities. So why is […] … learn more→
Advanced British Standard: Sunak’s proposed replacement for A-levels and T-levels could make education less divisive
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced plans to scrap A-levels and the recently introduced T-levels. He unveiled proposals for young people to instead study the new Advanced British Standard (ABS) at the Conservative party conference in Manchester. The proposed changes represent a major shake-up of post-16 education in England. Sunak intends to replace existing post-GCSE qualifications, such as […] … learn more→
Teachers can nurture students who care about the world: four approaches that would help them
Teachers wear many hats. They are expected to be subject matter experts, leaders, administrators, managers, lifelong learners – and not just in the classroom, but in their wider communities. It is crucial to cultivate teachers who are socially aware and critical, especially in today’s unequal society. This helps them to successfully prepare their learners to […] … learn more→
The benefits of peer tutoring in Math: How students learn from each other
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the traditional teacher-centered model is gradually making way for collaborative and student-driven approaches. Peer tutoring, a method where students assist each other in learning, has gained prominence, especially in disciplines like mathematics. This approach is not just a trend; it represents a paradigm shift in the way we perceive […] … learn more→
Avoid cramming and don’t just highlight bits of text: how to help your memory when preparing for exams
With school and university exams looming, students will be thinking about how they can maximise their learning. Memory is a key part of how we learn. If students understand how memory works, they can prioritise effective study habits. This will help for exams as well as their learning in the longer term. What is memory? […] … learn more→
Can a child with language difficulties be raised bilingual?
Families’ expectations about bilingual parenting can be disrupted when they receive the news that their child has a language or communication disorder. What are these disorders? The most frequent are developmental language disorder (DLD), which affects the abilities to understand or produce sentences or structured speech without being explained by neurological causes, intellectual disability or sensory deficits. Simplifying, […] … learn more→
Sci-fi books are rare in school even though they help kids better understand science
Science fiction can lead people to be more cautious about the potential consequences of innovations. It can help people think critically about the ethics of science. Researchers have also found that sci-fi serves as a positive influence on how people view science. Science fiction scholar Istvan Csicsery-Ronay calls this “science-fictional habits of mind.” Scientists and engineers have reported that their childhood encounters with […] … learn more→
Threats of failure motivate some students – but it’s not a technique to use on the whole class
It is the start of a new academic year, and a fresh group of students will be beginning study towards their GCSEs. After two years, they will be taking exams with important consequences: the results can allow them to carry on in education or go on to certain careers. Part of the work of teachers […] … learn more→
A solution to America’s K-12 STEM teacher shortage: Endowed chairs
Ever since the Soviet Union launched Sputnik into orbit on Oct. 4, 1957, America has been struggling to recruit and retain STEM teachers in its public middle and high schools. In the 2017-2018 school year, approximately 100,000 teacher jobs in STEM – or science, technology, engineering and mathematics – went unfilled at the high school level. […] … learn more→
