Extreme Stress During Childhood Can Hurt Social Learning for Years to Come
Which cognitive processes explain long-term effects of childhood adversity?
Lasting Gains from Preschool
New study connects preschool quality improvements with academic gains for preschoolers — and for high schoolers
Helping New Teachers Thrive
How early-career educators can combat stress and build resilience — and what school leaders can do to help
How Attendance Awards Backfire
New research shows that awards intended to motivate can do the opposite
The Key to Fixing the Gender Gap in Math and Science: Boost Women’s Confidence
Girls who are more confident in their math skills are more likely to pursue math-intensive degrees
How to Start a School Design Project
Building contemporary learning spaces that spark curiosity, playful collaboration, and engagement
Schools and Communities Together
Leveling the playing field with robust and ongoing partnerships beyond school walls — to support young people in every setting
Summer Learning Happens at Home
Research suggests it’s family involvement, not camps or trips, that keeps kids primed for learning all summer
How Childhood Experiences Contribute to the Education-Health Link
Research shows that traumatic events in childhood can affect children as they mature and limit their education, which in turn can harm their health
Civics for the Youngest Citizens
Fostering a relationship between children and their communities
Talking Race and Ethnicity
How to go below the surface and engage students in meaningful conversations about race, ethnicity, and identity
Testing Literacy Today Requires More Than a Pencil and Paper
Traditional tests don’t capture the full range of competencies involved with literacy today
