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Little Linguists: The Struggle of Russian and Ukrainian Kids Learning Turkish

February 15, 2025

Imagine moving to a new country where you don't speak the language. That's the reality for many kids from Russia and Ukraine who moved to Turkey. These kids, aged 4-5, are facing big challenges learning Turkish. They make mistakes in how they say words, how they put sentences together, and more.

education

How Smart Thinking Helps Kids in School

February 14, 2025

Ever noticed how some kids sail through school while others find it tough? It turns out that how kids tackle certain thinking tasks might play a big role in their school success. Researchers wanted to know more about something called executive functions. These are like the brain's control center, he

education

Ping Pong in PE: A New Way to Measure It

February 14, 2025

Ever wondered how teachers feel about teaching table tennis in PE classes? A group of experts and teachers worked together to create a questionnaire called the "Racquet Sports Attitude Scale (RSAS). " This tool is designed to see how teachers view and use table tennis in their classes. The RSAS has

education

E-Learning in Nigeria: A New Way to Learn

February 14, 2025

E-learning has been a big deal in education for a long time, especially in developed countries. It's like having a classroom that can go anywhere with you. Now, it's starting to catch on in developing countries too, including Nigeria. This is because technology is changing so fast that even people w

health

Ethiopia's Kids: The Food Puzzle

February 14, 2025

Ethiopia is a land where food problems come in two forms: too much or too little. This is especially true for kids aged 6 to 23 months. The issue is not just about having enough food, but also about having the right kind. This is where the concept of "minimum dietary diversity" (MDD) comes in. MDD i

politics

Trump's Plan to Overhaul Education: McMahon's Vision

February 14, 2025

Linda McMahon, a Trump ally, was tasked with reshaping the Education Department. Her plan involved reallocating key functions to other agencies, not completely dismantling the department. McMahon suggested that programs like the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act could be better managed by

politics

Education in the Balance: Trump's Plan and McMahon's Mission

February 14, 2025

The Department of Education is in a state of uncertainty. President Trump has been hinting at shutting it down for a while, and now he might actually do it. He's already signed a bunch of education-related executive orders and is thinking about taking more drastic steps. This week, the Department of

politics

Wrestling with Education: Linda McMahon's Big Challenge

February 14, 2025

Linda McMahon, a former big shot at World Wrestling Entertainment, is stepping into the political ring. She's got a big job ahead of her. She's up for the role of leading the Department of Education. This is a department that's been under fire from the President. He's not shy about wanting to shut i

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Wrestling with the Past: Linda McMahon's Controversial Path to Education Leadership

February 13, 2025

Linda McMahon is in the spotlight as she prepares for a confirmation hearing to lead the Education Department. This is not just any hearing. People are worried about her commitment to protecting children and enforcing Title IX, a law that guards students against discrimination. Why? Because there ar

health

Are Spanish Universities Equipping Students to Tackle Cancer and Obesity?

February 13, 2025

Spain is grappling with two major health issues: cancer and obesity. These conditions are not only affecting individuals but also straining the healthcare system. Exercise has emerged as a powerful tool in managing and preventing these diseases. This is where sport and exercise science (SES) graduat