Teaching & Learning
Education propels change. Stay up to date on the latest educational developments near you and around the world from preschool to post-grad. Here, you'll find out why equitable quality education is essential for fostering healthy and resilient societies.
Community school model gaining traction in Los Angeles Unified School District
Following a teachers’ strike in 2019, the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUDS) has approved funding to turn 30 schools into community schools to better meet the needs of teachers, students, and their families. According to LAUSD, “This approach evolves the school site into a hub for Read More...
An expert’s advice on holistic healthcare for menopause
The menopausal experience is a period of transition that connects women throughout history. Still, every woman’s menopause will be as unique as she is—from the time it starts to the symptoms experienced, to how long it lasts. According to Dr. Anna Barbieri, MD, FACOG, NCMP, founding Read More...
The DogPhone allows dogs to call their owners while they're out
Dog owners know that even though their furry companions can’t speak, they all find unique and innovative ways to communicate with their humans. Now, researchers have developed a device, nicknamed the DogPhone, which offers a way for canines at home to reach their owners while they’re Read More...
Household chores help boost language and math skills
When we talk about learning reading and writing skills, most people think about school, but child psychologists find that household tasks and chores can also be instrumental in helping children practice literacy and math. Researcher Diana Leyva emphasizes that these tasks are particularly Read More...
7 Reasons to sign your teen up for Model UN
Following the United Nations climate summit in Glasgow, your child may be asking some questions about what exactly the UN is and how they can get involved in advocating for a better world through diplomacy. Fortunately, Model UN (MUN) programs in school are a perfect place for young adults to get Read More...
Sesame Street introduces Ji-Young, its first ever Asian American muppet
The beloved children’s show “Sesame Street” will formally introduce seven-year-old Ji-Young, the young muppet making history as the show’s first-ever Asian American, on Thanksgiving Day in an episode called “See Us Coming Together: A Sesame Street Special.” Ji-Young, who is Korean Read More...
What are starling murmurations and why do they happen
Those who are lucky enough to witness a starling murmuration know exactly how transfixing and hypnotic it can be to be in the presence of such a magical natural phenomenon. A starling is a small to medium-sized bird that has a short tail, pointed head, and glossy black feathers with hints of Read More...
The Art of Connection: Finding ourselves through others
“We are hardwired to connect with others, it’s what gives purpose and meaning to our lives, and without it there is suffering.” - Brené Brown By Kristy Jansen Preparing for a second holiday season in the pandemic era, I have found myself seeking a deeper understanding about what makes Read More...
5 Ways adults can reconnect with a love of scientific learning
Most of our childhood is spent exploring, learning, and absorbing new information, but once we leave formal education, this emphasis on cultivating new knowledge is largely lost to the world of work and adult responsibilities. Simultaneously, large portions of the adult population struggle to Read More...
Research says you shouldn’t pressure a picky eater
Whether you were a picky eater yourself or now parent one as an adult, most of us have come across a child who simply refused to expand their food palette beyond chicken nuggets and carrot sticks. New research from Duke University suggests that rather than using coercion or force, the most Read More...