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Studying philosophy does make people better thinkers, according to new research on more than 600,000 college grads
Studying philosophy does make people better thinkers, according to new research on more than 600,000 college grads Studying philosophy has been shown to improve verbal and logical reasoning skills, as well as intellectual virtues like curiosity and open-mindedness, according to a new study on over 600,000 college graduates. The study found that philosophy majors outperformed […]
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College students are bombarded by misinformation, so this professor taught them fact-checking 101 − here’s what happened
College students are bombarded by misinformation, so this professor taught them fact-checking 101 − here’s what happened Professor Mike Evans noticed that his college students were being bombarded by misinformation on social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, which was affecting their ability to critically evaluate information. Evans incorporated a fact-checking curriculum called Civic […]
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AI is taking hold in K-12 schools – here are some ways it can improve teaching
AI is taking hold in K-12 schools – here are some ways it can improve teaching Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming teaching and learning practices in K-12 schools by shifting from memorization to critical thinking and creativity, with approximately 60% of teachers now using AI to plan lessons, communicate with parents, and assist with grading. […]
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AI is taking hold in K-12 schools – here are some ways it can improve teaching
AI is taking hold in K-12 schools – here are some ways it can improve teaching Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used in K-12 schools to improve teaching practices, but concerns around equity, privacy, and bias remain. A recent study found that 60% of K-12 teachers now use AI tools to plan lessons, communicate with […]
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Reproducibility may be the key idea students need to balance trust in evidence with healthy skepticism
Reproducibility may be the key idea students need to balance trust in evidence with healthy skepticism Reproducibility is key to balancing trust in scientific evidence with healthy skepticism, allowing researchers to scrutinize each other’s studies for rigor and credibility. Proper documentation of research methods, materials, and data is essential for reproducibility, enabling others to evaluate […]
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Why history instruction is critical for combating online misinformation
Why history instruction is critical for combating online misinformation Students ask questions during a social studies class on American politics. AP Photo/John Minchillo Can you tell fact from fiction online? In a digital world, few questions are more important or more challenging. For years, some commentators have called for K-12 teachers to take on fake […]
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