Featured Education Stories
June Education Newsletter
From how to help students develop purpose to an interview with the creator of the World Peace Game, here's a round-up of our recent education content.
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How Awe Can Help Students Develop Purpose
Research suggests that inducing awe in the classroom might inspire kids to find a sense of purpose in life
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Seven Paths to a Meaningful Life
A giant in the field of social psychology draws on five decades of teaching and research to reveal the secrets of a fulfilling life to today's graduating seniors.
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World Peace and Other 4th Grade Achievements
A Q&A with visionary educator John Hunter, creator of the World Peace Game.
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May Education Newsletter
With the re-introduction of Congressman Tim Ryan's social-emotional learning bill, our May newsletter focuses on the wide-ranging benefits of SEL skills for students.
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Tim Ryan Brings SEL Bill Back to Congress
Today, Congressman Tim Ryan re-introduces his bill to support the growth of social-emotional learning in schools.
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An Unexpected Antidote to Cheating
Cheating is a complex problem. Could mindfulness be the answer?
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How to Reduce Violence after School Closures
Plans to close public schools are raising concerns about student safety in several major cities. But if the cities heed lessons from social science, they may be able to keep a difficult situation from getting even worse.
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Five Ways to Develop “Ecoliteracy”
Daniel Goleman, Lisa Bennett, and Zenobia Barlow explain how we can teach kids to care deeply about the environment.
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Tips for Resilience in the Face of Horror
After the Boston Marathon explosions, we are inundated with horrific images of violence and suffering. Here's how to protect our kids--and ourselves--from vicarious trauma.
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Helping Kids Delay Gratification
A new book explains how to help kids mature and improve their executive functioning… without relying on punishments.
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April Education Newsletter
From lessening the stress of testing to the neuroscience of learning, here's a round-up of our recent education content.
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Compassion for the Tested
School-testing season is here—and a little compassion can go a long way in relieving the stress for all involved.
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Nine Things Educators Need to Know About the Brain
In an excerpt from his new book, psychologist Louis Cozolino applies the lessons of social neuroscience to the classroom.
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Too Many Bullies
Emily Bazelon's new book explores bullying among kids—and finds the solution in fostering empathy among both kids and adults.
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March Education Newsletter
From training kids for compassion to the neuroscience of learning, here's a round-up of our recent education content.
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Training Kids for Kindness
Brooke Dodson-Lavelle explains how a trailblazing compassion training program expands children's natural capacity for empathy and kindness—even toward so-called "bullies."
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Teens Who Help, Help Their Hearts
New research shows that adolescents who volunteer decrease their risk for heart disease.
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Don’t Blame the Brain
A new book argues that education must be based on how our brains really function—not how we wish they would.
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Love in the Classroom, Beyond Candy Hearts and Raging Hormones
I asked for your stories of love in education. Here are some of the moving responses.
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Fixing the Mean Girl Syndrome
Research tells us that kindness may be the antidote to “popularity-through-meanness.”
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Can Gen Y Fix Our Schools?
They may get a bad rap, but research suggests that the needs of Gen Y teachers could help us create thriving schools.
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Seven Paths to a Meaningful Life
A giant in the field of social psychology draws on five decades of teaching and research to reveal the secrets of a fulfilling life to today's graduating seniors.
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Nine Things Educators Need to Know About the Brain
In an excerpt from his new book, psychologist Louis Cozolino applies the lessons of social neuroscience to the classroom.
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Four Ways Teachers Can Show They Care
Research suggests caring relationships with teachers help students do better in school and act more kindly toward others.
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10 Ways to Become More Grateful
Robert Emmons offers everyday tips for living a life of gratitude.
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Are Video Games Truly Bad for Kids’ Health?
A recent study suggests the answer is more complicated than we think.
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Hands On Research: The Science of Touch
Dacher Keltner explains how compassion is literally at our fingertips.
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The Top 10 Strategies for Reducing Prejudice
To greet the new year, Rodolfo Mendoza-Denton provides the best research-based tips for overcoming our differences.
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Training Kids for Kindness
Brooke Dodson-Lavelle explains how a trailblazing compassion training program expands children's natural capacity for empathy and kindness—even toward so-called "bullies."
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How Awe Can Help Students Develop Purpose
Research suggests that inducing awe in the classroom might inspire kids to find a sense of purpose in life
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Tim Ryan Brings SEL Bill Back to Congress
Today, Congressman Tim Ryan re-introduces his bill to support the growth of social-emotional learning in schools.
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An Unexpected Antidote to Cheating
Cheating is a complex problem. Could mindfulness be the answer?
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Five Ways to Develop “Ecoliteracy”
Daniel Goleman, Lisa Bennett, and Zenobia Barlow explain how we can teach kids to care deeply about the environment.
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The Dark Side of Emotional Intelligence
A new study suggests EI can be used for evil as well as good.
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Helping Kids Delay Gratification
A new book explains how to help kids mature and improve their executive functioning… without relying on punishments.
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An Awesome Way to Make Kids Less Self-Absorbed
Research suggests that experiencing awe helps kids focus less on themselves and more on the world around them.
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Tips for Resilience in the Face of Horror
After the Boston Marathon explosions, we are inundated with horrific images of violence and suffering. Here's how to protect our kids--and ourselves--from vicarious trauma.
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Can Restorative Justice Keep Schools Safe?
How one big-city district cut suspensions and expulsions—and why they may rise again.
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How Self-Compassion Can Help Prevent Teacher Burnout
Tips for keeping cool and being kind to yourself, even in the midst of a stressful situation.
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Eight Tips for Fostering Flow in the Classroom
Every teacher wants students to feel engaged and happy in the classroom. Here are research-based tips for making it happen.
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World Peace and Other 4th Grade Achievements
A Q&A with visionary educator John Hunter, creator of the World Peace Game.
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Animal Instincts: Not What You Think They Are
Marc Bekoff explains how many different animal species show grief, friendship, gratitude, wonder, and a range of other emotions.
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We’re Launching Our New Education Program…
... and introducing our new Education Director, Vicki Zakrzewski.
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The Dark Side of Emotional Intelligence
A new study suggests EI can be used for evil as well as good.
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An Awesome Way to Make Kids Less Self-Absorbed
Research suggests that experiencing awe helps kids focus less on themselves and more on the world around them.
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Does SEL Make the Grade?
Fueled by new research, the social-emotional learning movement is building momentum. Is it enough to make American schools change their course?
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Juan Williams and the Psychology of Prejudice
Rodolfo Mendoza-Denton explains the difference between Juan Williams and Jesse Jackson.
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Hands On Research: The Science of Touch
Dacher Keltner explains how compassion is literally at our fingertips.
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Do We Do Good to Look Good?
A recent study suggests that a hunger for status can make us go green.
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Four Reminders of Human Strength and Goodness after Sandy Hook
Are people horrible? It's a question many Americans are asking ourselves after the horror of a school shooting.
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Are Video Games Truly Bad for Kids’ Health?
A recent study suggests the answer is more complicated than we think.
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Is Social-Emotional Learning a Luxury?
Why SEL is a necessity for children of every background.
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Four Ways Teachers Can Show They Care
Research suggests caring relationships with teachers help students do better in school and act more kindly toward others.
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Lessons in Creativity from Caine’s Arcade
The latest viral video sensation is more than a portrait of a cute and creative kid. It's a guide to how we can nurture kids' imagination.
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Does Sharing Come Naturally to Kids?
Believe it or not, a new study suggests young kids have a strong tendency to cooperate.
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Four Ways to Encourage Kindness in Students
Back-to-school tips: Research-based steps teachers can take to prime their students for kindness.
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Can Restorative Justice Keep Schools Safe?
How one big-city district cut suspensions and expulsions—and why they may rise again.
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A Simple Bully Buster: Cooperative Learning
A recent study suggests how teachers can promote kindness in the classroom, not competition.
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Six Ways to Boost Your “Habits of Helping”
Want to live a longer, healthier life? Stephen G. Post explains how to reap the benefits of practicing altruism.
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Animal Instincts: Not What You Think They Are
Marc Bekoff explains how many different animal species show grief, friendship, gratitude, wonder, and a range of other emotions.
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Why Teacher Ratings Hurt Schools and Students
The Los Angeles Times is suing for "value-added" assessments of teachers. Here's why they may do more harm than good.
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Is Character the Key to Success?
An interview with Paul Tough reveals that there's more to academic success than just, well...academics.
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Three Ways Administrators Can Foster Teachers’ Growth
Can administrators help teachers feel safe enough to make mistakes and ask questions? Research says the answer is yes.
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Hands On Research: The Science of Touch
Dacher Keltner explains how compassion is literally at our fingertips.
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Nine Things Educators Need to Know About the Brain
In an excerpt from his new book, psychologist Louis Cozolino applies the lessons of social neuroscience to the classroom.
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10 Ways to Become More Grateful
Robert Emmons offers everyday tips for living a life of gratitude.
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Healthy Neighborhoods, Healthy Kids
In one troubled city, researchers and community members are working together to boost altruism among adolescents. What can their project teach other communities facing hard times?
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An Awesome Way to Make Kids Less Self-Absorbed
Research suggests that experiencing awe helps kids focus less on themselves and more on the world around them.
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Two New Mindfulness Books
A review of Fully Present: The Science, Art, and Practice of Mindfulness and The Mindful Child
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How Self-Compassion Can Help Prevent Teacher Burnout
Tips for keeping cool and being kind to yourself, even in the midst of a stressful situation.
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Four Ways to Encourage Kindness in Students
Back-to-school tips: Research-based steps teachers can take to prime their students for kindness.
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Training Kids for Kindness
Brooke Dodson-Lavelle explains how a trailblazing compassion training program expands children's natural capacity for empathy and kindness—even toward so-called "bullies."
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Fixing the Mean Girl Syndrome
Research tells us that kindness may be the antidote to “popularity-through-meanness.”
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Seven Paths to a Meaningful Life
A giant in the field of social psychology draws on five decades of teaching and research to reveal the secrets of a fulfilling life to today's graduating seniors.
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The Wisdom of Babies
As Roots of Empathy gears up for its U.S. expansion, founder Mary Gordon reveals how the program has nurtured compassion around the world, one child at a time.
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Four Ways Teachers Can Show They Care
Research suggests caring relationships with teachers help students do better in school and act more kindly toward others.
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Four Reminders of Human Strength and Goodness after Sandy Hook
Are people horrible? It's a question many Americans are asking ourselves after the horror of a school shooting.
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Animal Instincts: Not What You Think They Are
Marc Bekoff explains how many different animal species show grief, friendship, gratitude, wonder, and a range of other emotions.
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Is Social-Emotional Learning a Luxury?
Why SEL is a necessity for children of every background.
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Six Ways to Boost Your “Habits of Helping”
Want to live a longer, healthier life? Stephen G. Post explains how to reap the benefits of practicing altruism.
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The Dark Side of Emotional Intelligence
A new study suggests EI can be used for evil as well as good.
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The Case for Discussing Spirituality in Schools
Research suggests that spirituality may be a natural developmental process—so what does this mean for secular schools?
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How Childcare Boosts Social Capital
New research says mothers using childcare can reap social, psychological, and financial rewards.
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Can Empathy Reduce Racism?
A new study suggests we can keep our prejudices in check by trying to see the world through someone else's eyes.
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