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The positivity principle; user-generated flashcards versus premade flashcards

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Social cues and the embodiment principle; the educational benefits of prequestioning.

Dec 11, 2023 •

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Do school-based mindfulness programs reduce mental health problems?

Research suggests that school-based mindfulness programs can help students manage stress, but do not significantly reduce student mental health…

Nov 13, 2023 •

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Examining three educational myths: Teaching facts isn't important; People are left or right-brained; Multitasking

Oct 20, 2023 •

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Should Instructional Videos Include a Talking Head?

Existing research on the presence of talking heads in videos has produced mixed results.

Sep 28, 2023 •

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Combatting procrastination using the Pomodoro Technique, the value of practice tests, and the effect of classroom interruptions

Sep 7, 2023 •

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Does cursive writing offer educational benefits over printing?

What does the research say?

Aug 21, 2023 •

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Novice Teachers and Study Strategies

A recent article found inconsistencies in novice teachers' understanding of study strategies.

Aug 7, 2023 •

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