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A systematic embrace of parents' untapped knowledge by schools could revolutionize education systems in Canada and globally.
The old myth that it's impossible for educated women over 40 to get married still lingers. Actually, educated women are doing OK in the U.S. In China, however, the story changes.
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There would be many benefits from a national school food program, including a chance to teach children healthy eating habits that could last a lifetime. Why can't it happen?
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Research shows that young adults who don't exercise can expect an average eight kilograms of extra fat on their body by 28 years of age.
Stress and anxiety levels among academics are on the rise, and some of the blame lies with ideologies that expect scholars to be leaders.
The arts can help schools to really tackle the mental health crisis.
Focusing on two determinants of mental health can help pupils prevent issues arising.
Working with African universities to effectively become research-intensive could transform sub-Saharan Africa's higher education landscape.
Gap's recent back-to-school ad campaign was praised for its portrayal of the diversity of children. One of the girls in the ads was wearing a hijab: this raised a huge debate on social media.
An education psychologist offers tips for parents of new high school kids on everything from navigation to time management.
As the first days of school approach rapidly, an educational psychologist offers strategies for combating anxiety in children and teens.
Even kids who have attended daycare can find the first days of kindergarten stressful. The good news is that parents can take practical steps this summer, to prepare for the fall transition.
Without affirmative action through gender quotas and targets, we will have another 30 years of glacial progress on gender equity in academia.
Food insecurity among students can impair academic performance or even lead to some dropping out.
In advance of marijuana legalization in Canada, one university in British Columbia has taken a firm stance, banning all smoking of cannabis products on campus.
New research shows children's images of scientists are all too often male.
Dress codes in schools can mask a lot of inequality issues around gender, race and religion. Why not go with a simple policy that applies to everyone equally and discuss the underlying issues instead?
Although University of Maryland football player Jordan McNair died from heatstroke during practice, his death also resulted from a culture that exploits black players, says a professor who studies race and sports.
In 1980, 60 percent of 12th graders said they read a book, newspaper or magazine every day for pleasure. By 2016, only 16 percent did.
Make maths more fun with these tips
