K-12 educators sometimes use the terms “collaborative learning” and “cooperative learning” interchangeably when discussing students working together in the classroom. But the two terms carry distinct ...

While it might be tempting to view “active learning” as another educational buzzword, a large body of research demonstrates that active and collaborative classrooms produce deeper and more ...

In late February, the threat of coronavirus was slowly spreading across Pennsylvania. So James Fogarty, executive director of A+ Schools in Pittsburgh, picked up the phone. He knew it was time to ...

Nowadays, digital literacy is no longer perceived as complementary skills, it has become a foundation for preparing the young generation to navigate the future, particularly amid the rapid digital ...

In a recent study, Medical University of South Carolina researchers compared two ways to help kids to get effective trauma ...

Dalton McKittrick, 12, said teachers have been more invested in his emotional wellbeing during remote learning – and he likes it. Credit: Lanya McKittrick The Hechinger Report covers one topic: ...

By Ellen Anstey Be part of a collaborative Lowell Kids Week Event at the Tsongas Industrial History Center! Date: Friday, Feb. 20 Location: Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 115 John St. Time: Mid- to late ...

Think about school for a moment. How many times were you told to memorise dates, formulas, or facts without really understanding why they mattered? Most of us did it just to pass exams. But how much ...

Academic instructors, hired for their content expertise, are rarely trained in skills like classroom facilitation or community-building. But successful collaborative learning requires a degree of ...

Critical thinking, not rote memorization, is vital for children's development, as highlighted by Elon Musk. Research shows that fostering curiosity, play, and exploration significantly boosts ...

Collaborative learning in college is an instructional approach where students work together in small groups to solve problems, complete tasks, or discuss concepts. It emphasizes shared responsibility, ...