Video shows students still get paddled in US schools
Decisions on whether to allow corporal punishment in school have been largely local.
May 21, 2021
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Education
Trans moms discuss their unique parenting challenges during the pandemic – and what they worry about
Job loss and reduced earnings can exacerbate existing power imbalances trans people may face in their personal relationships.
May 20, 2021
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Prom send-offs celebrate Black girls and their communities
For Black girls in Chicago, the act of simply going to prom is often a full-scale production that features family, food…
May 19, 2021
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The typical child care worker in the US earns less than $12 an hour
The Biden administration wants workers in child care and pre-K programs to earn at least $15 per hour.
May 18, 2021
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How student-designed video games made me rethink how I teach history
A history professor describes how student-designed video games have transformed his classroom and provided a substitute…
May 17, 2021
371
New teachers face complex cultural challenges – the stories of 3 Latina teachers in their toughest m
Dicey cultural situations and power struggles await Latina teachers in America's schools.
May 14, 2021
326
President Biden's plan for free universal preschool – 5 questions answered
An early childhood education expert explains what's in the proposal and why it's not really a partisan issue.
May 12, 2021
371
I spent a year and a half at a 'no-excuses' charter school – this is what I saw
A select group of charter schools have adopted a "no-excuses" philosophy. A forthcoming book shines the light…
May 11, 2021
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How the Texas Top 10% Plan failed to attract more students to the state's flagship colleges
New research shows an ambitious state plan to broaden diversity at public universities is missing the mark when it comes…
May 11, 2021
409
How do I talk to my child about violence? 4 essential reads
Violence is a tough but necessary subject to address. Here are four articles on how to speak to your child about violence.
May 11, 2021
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US parents pay nearly double the 'affordable' cost for child care and preschool
The federal government spends about US$2,500 a year on child care and early education per child under 5, about half of the…
May 11, 2021
456
Can schools require COVID-19 vaccines for students now that Pfizer's shot is authorized for kids 12
Each state has its own rules for which vaccines kids must have to attend school and the reasons students can opt out.
May 10, 2021
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4 reasons business school faculty lack diversity
Professors of color are few and far between at America's business schools. Hidden obstacles in the search process help…
May 10, 2021
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Popping toys, the latest fidget craze, might reduce stress for adults and children alike
Though research is still ongoing, therapists' practical experience and adults' and kids' self-reflections suggest…
May 7, 2021
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Kids with a desk and a quiet place to study do better in school, data shows
Students who have desks at home tend to do better academically. So why isn't more attention given to this issue, as…
May 6, 2021
336
Here's why students don't revise what they write – and why they should
While writing can be a challenge, so can finding the motivation to revise one's work. A motivation specialist explains…
May 4, 2021
488
Why we remember more by reading – especially print – than from audio or video
People tend to think of digital media as entertainment, so they devote less mental effort than when they're reading…
May 3, 2021
383
Breakfast After the Bell programs reduce school absenteeism
Chronic absenteeism is a pressing issue in high-poverty schools, but research suggests that serving students breakfast during…
May 3, 2021
389
How to tell if your college is trans-inclusive
These are some of the key features and policies that trans prospective students may want to consider in their college exploration…
April 30, 2021
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#MeToo on TikTok: Teens use viral trend to speak out about their sexual harassment experiences
A viral TikTok video is helping girls bear witness to the harassment they experience at school.
April 29, 2021
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