Maths anxiety is a global concern How can students worldwide be supported to develop a love of maths? by Annie Brookman-Byrne / February 11, 2021
Rethinking higher education in Africa Gordon Adomdza explains why we need to educate the next generation to be ethical and entrepreneurial leaders Interview by Aisha Schnellmann / February 4, 2021
“Children look to teachers as role models for how to treat their peers” Jeanine Grütter discusses the influence teachers have on students’ willingness to include others, which may affect academic achievement Interview by Aisha Schnellmann / January 14, 2021
“The children learn that there are many ways to see the world” By building their own digital books, young pupils learn to structure and communicate their ideas Interview by Caroline Smrstik Gentner / December 22, 2020
Do children’s explanations of performance increase the attainment gap? Young children appear to believe differences in achievement are due to stable personal characteristics by Annie Brookman-Byrne / December 10, 2020
How can education systems better support kids from diverse backgrounds? Striving for equity, while embracing individual differences, can help narrow the achievement gap by H. Moriah Sokolowski / December 4, 2020
Caregivers and teachers should work together in ‘educational partnerships’ It’s crucial to provide teachers with appropriate training and encourage involvement from all parents by Manuela Ulrich / November 12, 2020
What classroom conditions best promote student learning? Virtual reality research provides insight into the most effective classroom environments by Friederike Blume / November 3, 2020
How to help an ‘orchid child’ blossom The right environment can shape whether some children struggle or thrive Interview by Juanita Bawagan / October 27, 2020
Digital tools to transform the classroom A five-minute animated explainer video by Sarah Hofer and Tania Jenkins / October 20, 2020
Using digital tools to teach STEM could improve learning outcomes How well digital tools can help students learn maths and science also depends on the learning environment by Holly Cave / October 13, 2020
Do teaching assistants help students learn? Schools must provide training and resources to ensure teaching assistants make a positive impact on learning by Annie Brookman-Byrne / October 7, 2020
