Do CS Teachers Need To Know CS?
"I'll say it over and over until I retire — CS teachers really do need to know CS," says Mike Zamansky, a coordinator of CS teacher certifications. He was criticizing groups that instead provide teachers with scripted content and short-form "tr.....»»
Experts call for more evidence as medical and teacher education embrace simulation technologies
Researchers are urging an evidence-based approach to the use of simulations to train medics and teachers, amid signs that technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and mixed reality could reshape education in both professions......»»
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......»»
How secondary mathematics teachers" beliefs and knowledge influence their teaching in mainland China
Past research on Chinese mathematics teaching has focused mainly on the role of teacher's beliefs and professional knowledge separately in teaching approaches, or examined three variables—teacher's beliefs, professional knowledge and teaching appro.....»»
How well you do at school depends on how much your teachers know: Insights from 14 French-speaking countries in Africa
Countries in sub-Saharan Africa have made remarkable progress towards reaching universal school enrollment in the past 25 years. Across the region, 8 in 10 children of primary school age are now enrolled in school, and in countries such as Benin and.....»»
Study shows simulator, combined with app, helps teachers correct mistakes before entering classroom
When pilots, surgeons or others with high-stakes professions are learning their craft, they have simulators with which to practice. Now, a new study shows that a simulator, when combined with software to provide data on performance, can help teachers.....»»
This Is Your Kid’s Brain on Extreme Heat
It's too hot for school, as stifling classrooms cause some teachers to switch to remote learning—or cancel lessons altogether. And the heat will only get worse......»»
OpenAI confirms that AI writing detectors don’t work
No detectors "reliably distinguish between AI-generated and human-generated content." Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Last week, OpenAI published tips for educators in a promotional blog post that shows how some teachers.....»»
OpenAI admits that AI writing detectors don’t work
No detectors "reliably distinguish between AI-generated and human-generated content." Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Last week, OpenAI published tips for educators in a promotional blog post that shows how some teachers.....»»
What teachers and parents wish they could tell kids about porn
Why children need to learn about porn, what schools and parents wish they could tell young people about porn, why porn education is so important. 27-year-old secondary school teacher Layla — who only wants to use her first name for privac.....»»
Grasping entropy: Teachers and students investigate thermodynamics through a hands-on model
Though a cornerstone of thermodynamics, entropy remains one of the most vexing concepts to teach budding physicists in the classroom. As a result, many people oversimplify the concept as the amount of disorder in the universe, neglecting its underlyi.....»»
Researcher combats bullying of students with disabilities
Students with disabilities are often bullied and socially excluded in school at a far greater rate than their classmates. To help teachers recognize, respond to and prevent bullying toward these students, researchers at the University of Missouri col.....»»
"I tend to be very gentle": How teachers are navigating climate change in the classroom
Climate change education is increasingly seen as an essential part of schooling......»»
Ethnic disparity between teachers, pupils in England: Study
Our Evidence Centre for Education (DECE) has analyzed the ethnic disproportion between students and teachers in English schools......»»
Doctoral thesis: Supporting the development of digital competence in teachers requires compromises
The purpose of assessing a teacher's digital competence is not just carrying out an assessment, but it is important for the process to be supported and transparent for the stakeholders involved. Self-assessment alone does not provide a comprehensive.....»»
Three reasons we use graphic novels to teach math and physics
Post-pandemic, some educators are trying to reengage students with technology—like videos, computer gaming or artificial intelligence, just to name a few. But integrating these approaches in the classroom can be an uphill battle. Teachers using the.....»»
Study identifies best ways of helping teachers adopt supports for students with autism
Most teachers will work with students with autism in their careers, often not in a separate special education setting. Evidence-based practices exist to help those educators assist students with accessing content and developing skills. A new study fr.....»»
Daily report cards can decrease disruptions for children with ADHD
As another school year approaches, some caregivers, students and teachers may be feeling something new needs to happen to promote success in the classroom......»»
Research finds teachers perceive more conflict with Black boys and the least with white girls
A team of researchers led by a Virginia Commonwealth University professor found that teachers, regardless of race, perceived the most conflict with Black boys and the least conflict with white girls in their classrooms. Teachers also perceived their.....»»
Australia has had school nurses for more than 100 years, but we don"t use them enough
Teachers are not always equipped to deal with the growing health needs of their students, from mental health challenges to complex medical needs......»»
Best college student discounts 2023: Apple, Amazon, Best Buy, and more
Student discounts at Amazon, Apple, Best Buy, Samsung and more. Exclusive savings for students, parents and teachers......»»