How can caregivers support kids when distance learning becomes necessary? Top tips from a developmental psychologist and parent by Jelena Obradović / August 25, 2020
‘Let me show you’: The benefits of collaborative learning Collaborative learning will help pupils navigate the wider world, where progress and discoveries are rarely achieved by one person alone by Jessica Massonnié / July 28, 2020
When is the right time to reopen schools? Randa Grob-Zakhary on why keeping track of the COVID-19 situation is crucial Interview by Caroline Smrstik Gentner / July 20, 2020
Adaptive teaching: Rethinking the nature of learning in schools Every child learns differently. What can teachers do to accommodate the needs of each individual student? by Hanna Dumont and Tania Jenkins / July 14, 2020
Why do children exclude others? When children exclude peers with behavioural or academic difficulties, it is likely a reflection of their classroom’s norms by Aisha Schnellmann / July 6, 2020
Working memory training in school A new study suggests that positive effects on learning may take time to emerge by Annie Brookman-Byrne / July 1, 2020
“Teaching can make your heart beat faster” The emotional consequences of teacher-student interaction during a lesson by Monika Donker / June 29, 2020
“Sensitive children shouldn’t have to learn in the wrong environment” Highly sensitive children may feel uncomfortable in a ‘chaotic’ classroom. What kind of learning environment would better meet their needs? Interview by Caroline Smrstik Gentner / June 25, 2020
Hidden talents in harsh conditions A five-minute animated explainer video by Willem Frankenhuis and Tania Jenkins / June 17, 2020
Studying with background noise: Is it always bad? Whether noise is problematic depends on children’s individual characteristics, the type of noise, and the task they are completing by Jessica Massonnié / June 16, 2020
How do cross-group friendships encourage inclusivity? Children who engage in cross-group friendships more likely to trust and sympathise with others, which in turn promotes an inclusive attitude by Aisha Schnellmann / June 8, 2020
Teachers limited to distance learning make the best of it With the future uncertain, some are preparing for online teaching over the longer term by Caroline Smrstik Gentner / May 21, 2020
