A new study has recently been released, indicating that students are more likely to utilize retrieval practice as a studying technique if they are given an explanation of why it works and the reasoning behind it. This finding aligns with the idea that individuals, including students, are more inclined to engage in a task if … Read more
Data is now everywhere in our lives, informing our decisions about which new show to watch, what path to take or whether to grab an umbrella. But it’s practically absent from the way our kids learn. Our approach to teaching data science and data literacy has hardly evolved since I started my teaching career in … Read more
Caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease can be challenging. The symptoms can make life difficult for both the individual with the disease and their caregiver. One thing that can greatly help is practicing mindfulness. But what exactly is mindfulness, and how can caregivers utilize it to improve the well-being of Parkinson’s patients? Mindfulness involves focusing … Read more
The world’s commitments to stop human destruction of nature will face a test when the 16th UN conference on biodiversity begins in Colombia on Monday. COP16, occurring in Cali until November 1, is the first gathering of the global community since the adoption of an unprecedented roadmap two years ago to achieve this objective. However, … Read more
In a forest school, the classroom is the great outdoors, where children can learn from nature itself. Unfortunately, many preschoolers spend too much time indoors, missing out on the benefits of outdoor play and exploration. This lack of nature exposure can lead to various health issues, including obesity, hyperactivity, and stress. Experts believe that spending … Read more
A couple of years ago, during the time when the world was facing the challenges of COVID-19 and its aftermath, two significant developments in the field of teaching and learning took place which, in hindsight, were not only groundbreaking but also interconnected. The first one occurred in March 2021 when the federal government allocated $13.2 … Read more
The internet can offer children a world of possibilities, from boosting creativity to aiding in learning and providing entertainment. However, parents are increasingly concerned about the various dangers that come with the online world, such as inappropriate content, cyberbullying, and online scams. The role of parents in cybersecurity is crucial in ensuring online safety for … Read more