What is ‘school choice’ and who does it benefit?
What is ‘school choice’ and how do these policies affect families and the public education system as a whole? An expert weighs in.
Learning about FDA vax approval process quells fears
Info about the FDA vaccine approval process makes people more likely to recommend the RSV vaccine for pregnant people, a survey finds.
Learning about FDA vax approval process quells fears
Info about the FDA vaccine approval process makes people more likely to recommend the RSV vaccine for pregnant people, a survey finds.
Citizen science motivates Girl Scouts to tackle problems
After taking part in citizen science programs, Girl Scouts were motivated to tackle science or environment problems in their own communities.
Arthritis joint pain risk in US varies widely by state
How bad your arthritis pain is may depend on where you live in the US. “The risk of joint pain is over three times higher in some states…”
Does preschool shortchange kids from working-class backgrounds?
A new study sheds light on the persistent and early emerging disparities in education linked to socioeconomic status.
To get kids into science, engage the whole family
Instead of giving kids one-off experiences with science, like a summer camp, a new approach engages the whole family.
Why are so many kids chronically absent from school?
A new study of why some kids are often absent from school could help tailor interventions to get at-risk youth back into the classroom.
Older kid’s academic success aids younger siblings
Having a high-achieving older sibling can help children do well in school, according to a new study.
Education gap remains among religions in West Africa
Over three generations, Christian children in Africa have surpassed their parents’ education level at a much higher rate than Muslim and traditionalist children.