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.
Combatting visual misinformation: an everyday user's guide for times of conflict
In times of war and conflict, the digital landscape becomes flooded with images and stories. However, many of these images are fraudulent or modified, making it difficult to tell fact from fiction. As regular people, we must assume ethical responsibility for the content we consume and distribute as Read More...
How We Rock the Spectrum creates inclusive play spaces for neurodivergent kids
Tiera Turner faced a predicament that many parents of neurodivergent children can relate to when her first son was diagnosed with autism in 2019. She couldn't find a place where her child could be himself without having to apologize or explain himself. Turner has two sons with autism and has Read More...
Young driver fatality rates in the US are falling, thanks to education and technology
The newest Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) report contains excellent news for young drivers in the United States. There has been a dramatic decline in crash and mortality rates among drivers under the age of 21 during the last two decades. While they remain the most dangerous group on Read More...
Breaking barriers: Mexican students by border gain affordable access to California colleges
California Governor Gavin Newsom approved legislation allowing low-income Mexican students living near the US border to attend some California community institutions at in-state tuition rates. This historic legislation is a beacon of hope for youngsters in California's south. Students who are Read More...
How and where to see this week's annular "ring of fire" solar eclipse
On October 14, nature will present us with a rare celestial spectacle: an annular solar eclipse. This enthralling occurrence will light up the sky, transforming the sun into a dazzling "ring of fire." While the will mostly take place over regions of the western United States, and Central and South Read More...
5 things to avoid for a stress-free flight: tips from Delta's Chief Health Officer
The holiday season rush begins in October in the world of air travel. As passengers prepare to take to the skies, health remains a key focus. Dr. Henry Ting, MD, MBA, who took over as Delta Air Lines' Chief Health Officer in 2021, is leading the push in this area. Dr. Ting's responsibilities have Read More...
Empowered youth launch 'Green New Deal for Schools' to combat climate change
In response to rising ecological concerns and political repression, students across the United States are leading a bold movement known as the 'Green New Deal for Schools.' This program, spearheaded by the Sunrise Movement, a youth-led climate justice collective, is laying the groundwork for a Read More...
Your complete guide to outsmarting phishing scams
We all enjoy the convenience of online living, but with it comes a hidden danger: phishing scams. Don't worry; we've got your back. Read on to learn how to safeguard yourself and your valuable data from these devious cyber-tricksters. Be aware of the latest phishing techniques First and foremost, Read More...
Astronomers demand disco balls for science: A shiny spin on solar observation
It’s true that disco balls have had their place in space for decades now. However, some astronomers argue in a new article that disco balls should also be installed in colleges and scientific institutes. Disco balls, as a group of Scandinavian astronomers put it in their yet-to-be-peer-reviewed Read More...
In response to high demand Oregon boosts legal psilocybin access
Epic Healing Eugene is now the epicenter of Oregon's blossoming psilocybin movement, thanks to its captivating environment and dedicated facilitators. Epic Healing Eugene, which opened this June, is America’s first licensed psilocybin service center. It is open to individuals over the age of 21 Read More...