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School matters: Resource program curbs high absenteeism rate

A program that puts caseworkers in schools where students struggle to regularly attend is apparently working in Michigan: The chronic absenteeism rate dropped by 8%.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

When students belong, they’re more likely to earn a degree

Students are more likely to attain their degree when they report a stronger sense of belonging in their first year of college, according to a new study by Wake Forest University psychology professor Shannon Brady.This […]

Personalized social robots can boost children’s reading confidence and engagement

Social robots can be a non-threatening way for children to improve their reading skills, researchers say.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

One university boosted gender diversity in advanced math by more than 30% in five years—here’s how

As the artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing industries explode, trained STEM professionals are in high demand. Mathematics is foundational to these fields.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

The key academic skill you’ve probably never heard of—and four ways to encourage it

When parents think about their child’s education, they probably focus on basic skills and exam results, the amount a child is trying and their well-being.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Streamlining what universities offer could backfire for disadvantaged students

The government’s vision for higher education in England, set out in a recent policy paper, includes some changes that will benefit students from poorer backgrounds.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

First large-scale VR use in the classroom extends the boundaries of education

The use of virtual reality (VR) is expanding across industries, but its large-scale application in educational settings has remained largely unexplored. As the technical capabilities and affordability of VR tools continue to improve, Waterloo researcher […]

Study describes how K-12 teachers used a virtual environment to explore mathematical concepts

When Old Town High School Math Teacher Kristen Thompson uses TriO—a virtual reality environment developed by researchers at the University of Maine—she envisions a scenario that every teacher dreams about for their students: constant collaboration.This […]

Can theater performance skills help teachers in the classroom?

Most people can recall a favorite class or teacher who left an indelible mark on their lives. While subject matter plays a role, the deeper connection often stems from how that teacher made students feel.This […]

Generative chatbots promise personalized education at scale but struggle with accuracy issues

Personalized learning is a very effective teaching method, but its potential is limited due to resource constraints. In a small, in-person class, instructors can walk around, engage with students individually, adjust lessons and adapt their […]