Is Schooling a Contribution or Threat to Student Well-Being?
Student-Teacher Relationships, Mental Health, Psychology Well-being has become widely regarded as a matter of concern for governments and public policy and, in recent years, schools have been increasingly seen as sites for promoting well-being. This has given rise to a substantial growth in research on school-based interventions related to student well-being. In this regard, the […]
Effects of Social Factors on Children With Anxiety-Phobic Disorders
Psychology, Pedagogy, Mental Health The research delves into the realm of phobic disorders in children, exploring how these phobias unfold in response to the influence of various social factors on young minds. The Impact of Family on the Prevalence of Anxiety-Phobic Disorders The study reveals that anxiety-phobic disorders are observed in 2% of children, making […]
Righting Reading in Middle School
Interventions This study examines the effectiveness of Readable English, a reading fluency and comprehension program, on underperforming rural middle school students over one school year. The goal is to address the increasing number of middle school students entering without proficient reading skills. Multifaceted Strategies Are Needed for Reading Interventions Edmonds et al. (2009) discovered that […]
Fraction Intervention and the Long-Term Effects of Interleaved Instruction
Cognitive Science The first objective was to examine the effects of a “next-generation” fraction intervention on fourth- and fifth-grade students. This intervention, which featured six enhancements compared to a previously validated fraction intervention, aimed to address career- and college-readiness standards. The second goal was to assess the long-term impact of the next-generation fraction intervention one […]
November newsletter Introductory message
With the winter holidays drawing near and January just on the horizon, it is a great time to recognize the tremendous value of professional development (PD) in reigniting our passion for teaching and fostering fresh beginnings. PD plays a crucial role in enhancing educators’ knowledge and skills, ultimately leading to improved student outcomes. It revitalizes […]
Understanding Interactions Between Teacher Behavior Management and the Social Learning Environment
Self-Efficacy This article aims to take a step towards a better understanding of which aspects of the social learning environment pre-service teachers and their students take into account when positioning themselves on behavior management efficacy. Primary School Behavior Strategies Lose Their Effectiveness in Higher Grades While many researchers have been interested in teachers’ difficulties relating […]
A Social Robot for Anxiety Reduction*
Cognitive Science, Interventions, Psychology Anxiety is becoming more and more prevalent with the CDC citing more than 25.5% of American adults exhibiting symptoms of anxiety disorder in a 2020 study. Barriers such as cost and compliance with best practices can limit access to effective treatment for anxiety. Social robots can provide a solution for some […]
Investigating the Association Between Metacognition and Math Performance in Adolescence
Metacognition The ability to use numbers and solve mathematical problems is an important life skill for everyday tasks like managing a budget, understanding travel timetables, and following a recipe. Poor numerical ability in childhood is associated with lower employability prospects, lower salary potential in adulthood, and increased criminality in youths. The authors wanted to understand […]
A Study of Serious Educational Games in Classrooms
Gamification, Quality Feedback, Learning Environment The study seeks to answer two research questions. What learning gains are associated with the use of three SEGs (Serious Educational Games) in secondary biology classrooms? What affordances do qualified science teachers identify related to SEG integration in classrooms? The Main Roles of Teachers in Creating a Successful Gaming Environment […]
Perceived Stress, Coping Strategies, and Mental Health Status Among Adolescents During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Psychology, Social & Emotional Learning The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the acute and long-term well-being of the general population because of the challenges it presented including social isolation, financial insecurity, and interruption related to daily routines. There has been little research on the longer-term mental health outcomes of lockdowns as research has primarily focused on […]
