Teacher in Virginia uses a micro-controller to connect a computer to a keyboard, allowing kindergarten students to play notes—and close a circuit—when they high-five their classmates.
Teachers often confront the dilemma of whether to include disruptive students in plays, concerts and so on. But in the latest issue of Educational Leadership, Danielle Iamarino argues that the benefits of the arts for just such students means teachers should prioritize participation for them.
Den amerikanska ekonomiprofessorn Eric Hanushek är respekterad världen över för sin forskning. Och han skräder inte orden om lärarkvalitetens betydelse för elevernas resultat.
Children rest during nap time at a preschool in Hughes, Ark. New research finds that naps help many young children remember what they are learning in school.
Students at three schools in Australia who used makerspaces involving 3D design and printing tools were more engaged and confident, according to a study by researchers at Macquarie University. The researchers also offered nine tips to help teachers create and use makerspaces, including by offering the right kind of professional-development opportunities.
There may be a link between where students live and whether they feel lonely, according to a study by the UK's Office for National Statistics. Researchers found that about 19.5% of children living in urban areas say they often feel lonely -- while slightly more than 5% of children living in smaller towns or rural…
A survey of Generation Z high-school and college students in 17 countries shows 80% want to work with cutting-edge technology as part of their careers, and 57% say their education has prepared them for a job. The data also show 98% have used technology during their education and 52% are confident in their tech skills.
Teachers post great ideas on Instagram for everything from keeping your room clean to getting kids moving. We’ve collected a few, plus hashtags you should follow.