Telepresence classroom robots trialed for absent students
A school in Japan will deploy telepresence robots that can be controlled by absent students in the hope that it may encourage them to return to the classroom......»»
Green space vital to student well-being during COVID-19 pandemic, finds study
Access to green space played an important part in protecting the mental well-being of students when the country was in its third national lockdown due to COVID-19......»»
Nanomedicine advancement shows potential for personalized point-of-care therapeutics
Stefan Wilhelm, an associate professor in the Stephenson School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Oklahoma, and several students in his Biomedical Nano-Engineering Lab have recently published an article in the journal Nano Letters that o.....»»
Generative AI in the classroom risks further threatening Indigenous inclusion in schools
It is well documented that Australian teachers face challenges incorporating Indigenous perspectives and content in their classrooms. The approach can sometimes be somewhat tokenistic, as if the teacher is "ticking a box". We need a more culturally r.....»»
How teachers make ethical judgments when using AI in the classroom
A teacher's gender and comfort with technology factor into whether artificial intelligence is adopted in the classroom, as shown in a new report from the USC Center for Generative AI and Society......»»
An astronaut controls a robotic dog from orbit
Swedish astronaut Marcus Wandt took control of a series of robots in Germany while on board the International Space Station, zipping around the Earth at 28,000 kilometers per hour (17,500 mph.) Researchers want to understand how time delays can affec.....»»
Students with disabilities often left on the sidelines when it comes to school sports
"Teen with special needs makes thrilling buzzer beater shot.".....»»
Researchers analyze career pathways for gifted girls
Compared to boys, girls often excel in their secondary education results—but even the most gifted students may struggle to find their "dream job" and follow the best career path, pay grades and workplace progression to become leaders in their field.....»»
Inside the Beef Industry’s Campaign to Influence Kids
Big Beef is wooing science teachers with webinars and lesson plans in an attempt to change students’ perceptions of the industry......»»
Inside the Beef Industry’s Campaign to Influence Schoolchildren
Big Beef is wooing science teachers with webinars and lesson plans in an attempt to change students’ perceptions of the industry......»»
Q&A: For students still feeling pandemic shock the clock is ticking—report shows persistent achievement gaps
A new report from the Education Recovery Scorecard, a collaboration between the Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard and the Educational Opportunity Project at Stanford University, shows that some states, including Massachusetts, are still.....»»
Examining math anxiety among middle schoolers and how it affects their performance
Math anxiety, which can begin as early as kindergarten, negatively affects students' math performance both in the moment and throughout their math education. Most research focuses on the affective or physiological aspects of math anxiety—the feelin.....»»
Study finds greater financial stability for graduates with two majors
Here's one good reason for college students to consider a double major: It could soften the blow to their incomes from future economic slumps......»»
Students are missing more school, and school nurses may be well-positioned to help
School nurses are more than just health care heroes. They also play a key role in identifying students who are at risk for chronic absenteeism—a growing problem that diminishes academic success and can hurt students' health and lead to a variety of.....»»
12 Best Home Robots You Can Buy Now
As we push into 2024, robots for the home and office are not only becoming more commonplace, they’re also becoming more affordable. From robot lawnmowers, to smart cleaning assistants, to home security systems, these automated devices can help.....»»
The best Vision Pro apps, from stargazing to dancing robots
There are plenty of exciting apps available on Apple’s Vision Pro headset, but which ones are the best? We’ve picked our favorites......»»
Community-controlled schools can create better education outcomes for First Nations students
In Australia, more than a dozen independent, community-controlled First Nations schools were set up in the 1970s and '80s. These schools, some still in operation, offered culturally and linguistically relevant education to First Nations students refl.....»»
Best Hulu deals: students pay just $2 and more
Here's how to save on your Hulu subscription and why the streaming service is worth your time and money......»»
3 biggest 2024 Oscars snubs, ranked
The nominations for the 2024 Oscars came out this Tuesday, and several notable names were absent from what was otherwise a safe and predictable line-up......»»
Trying to make fashion friendlier to the environment
That new pair of jeans you've been eyeing won't only cost your wallet but the planet too, and a group of high schoolers want to change that. The Washington State Legislative Youth Advisory Council, composed of 22 high school students from across the.....»»
The best cheap laptops for 2024, tested and reviewed
We've researched and reviewed some of the best cheap laptops for students, gaming, and everyday productivity. UPDATE: Jan. 23, 2024, 5:00 a.m. EST We're currently overhauling this guide to the best cheap laptops and will update it with addi.....»»