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Study examines why a third of new teachers quit within five years

October 21, 2025 Phys Org

As the government continues to grapple with the challenge of recruiting and retaining new teachers, a new study from The University of Manchester has shed light on why some flourish in the classroom, while others […]

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Identifying key factors that help children develop a sense of belonging in their first year of school

October 21, 2025 Phys Org

Time for play, connection to teachers or friends, and comforting spaces like book corners are among the key factors helping Australian children develop a sense of belonging in their first year of school, according to […]

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‘Do I have to wear mud pants?’ Finnish researchers ask what really happens in the preschool cloakroom

October 21, 2025 Phys Org

What exactly are mud pants? Rows of mud pants are a familiar sight in Finnish preschool cloakrooms. Since the 1950s, they have kept children dry, but children rarely like wearing them, and educators find them […]

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National study finds public Montessori programs strengthen early learning outcomes—at sharply lower costs

October 20, 2025 Phys Org

The first national randomized trial of public Montessori preschool students showed stronger long-term outcomes by kindergarten, including elevated reading, memory, and executive function as compared to non-Montessori preschoolers.This article was originally published on this website.

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Q&A: Racing against time—the challenge of preserving languages before they vanish

October 20, 2025 Phys Org

As local languages continue to disappear, Associate Professor Natsuko Nakagawa from the Faculty of Humanities is dedicated to documenting and preserving them while uncovering the linguistic principles hidden within. She also harnesses digital technology, collaborating […]

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Formation of environmental consciousness in preschool children through the media

October 20, 2025 Phys Org

New research published in the Global Business and Economics Review suggests that we could and should be encouraging green shoots to grow in preschool-aged children regarding environmental matters.This article was originally published on this website.

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How alternative teaching models can foster inclusive classrooms

October 20, 2025 Phys Org

The education of children with disabilities is a complex issue more than 30 years after “inclusive education” appeared for the first time in an important 1994 United Nations statement.This article was originally published on this […]

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Why claims of ‘transformational’ school reading improvement are premature

October 20, 2025 Phys Org

The government has made some bold claims for its school reading policies—including that early results have been “transformational.” But we should be careful about rushing to judgment this early.This article was originally published on this […]

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Study highlights supply and demand gaps in after-school programs

October 19, 2025 Phys Org

After-school programs are in high demand among families, but mismatches in cost, location and program type can prevent students from accessing the opportunities they need most, according to a new USC study.This article was originally […]

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Nine ways to help your brain and boost your memory during exam season

October 17, 2025 Phys Org

It’s exam season in Australia. Year 12 students are sitting final exams, while university and younger school students also face end-of-year assessments.This article was originally published on this website.

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