Talk to any high school student about homework, and then watch their face.
Do we do homework well? How can research help us do it better?
Parents and teachers mistakenly equate hours of homework ...
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How Social is Social Media?
Better technology, faster and omnipresent internet connection, and the existence of social networking sites have changed the way we communicate with each other and what we share about ourselves. If you – like me – have a Facebook account you may have shared information with people that you haven’t seen in years and that you probably will not ever encounter face-to-face for...
Weekly Digest #63: Summer Safety
It's summer! And in addition to helping your kids make the most of their summers, we hope you're also helping them enjoy the wonderful weather. Of course, some of the best summer activities can also be extremely dangerous if you're not well-informed. This week's digest ...
Weekly Digest #62: Digital Literacy: A Crucial Skill in Today’s World
The progress in technology changed the way we perceive, behave, and interact with each other. With the rapidly changing nature of gathering information and communication, it becomes important that people at a young age already know how to use technology such as ...
Do Fidget Spinners Help Kids Pay Attention in Class?
Right now, fidget spinners are all the rage. They’ve become so popular that they became a topic of discussion on my (Megan’s) local Rhode Island radio station that I listen to during my commutes, Lite Rock 105. Amy Pontes (@amyliterock105) brought them up because of their ...
Weekly Digest #61: Does Mindset Matter?
In 1998, Mueller and Dweck published their landmark study establishing mindset as a possible influence on student performance (1). Since then, mindset has been widely studied and this work has led to multiple intervention programs. However, as with other education trends, ...