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The Waiting Game: Why Students Procrastinate and What To Do...
Ah, April what a beautiful time of year! We have all heard the jingle: April…
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The Neuroscience of Standardized Test-Taking
It’s no secret that the American education system is saturated with standardized tests. As of…
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Can meditating make us remember things that didn’t happen?
Is mindful meditation good for learning? If you work in or near a school—or if…
What One Massive UK Study Says About How to Design...
To commemorate World Teacher’s Day last year, Reuters’ photographers shared images of students around the…
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Why Your Learning Style Isn’t Helping You Learn
I have a confession to make: I was an avid “visual learner” all through grade…
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Neurotoxicity: The Impact of Lead Exposure on Learning
It’s buzzing all over the news: the heroic act of pediatrician, Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, and…
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The Cognitive Benefits of Quizzing Your Students
On some days, I just want my students to pay attention. Really, is this too…
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Messy Science: How to Prepare Students for the Real World...
Last year, a paper in Science led to a public spotlight on the scientific process….
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On the Bright Side: The Science of Good Stress
A Google image search for “stress” makes our culture’s attitude about the concept immediately clear….
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Is Air Quality Affecting Your Students’ Performance?
It is difficult to argue that bad air isn’t bad for your health. Unlike many…
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