Education
The rise of AI tools forces schools to reconsider what counts as cheating
The book report is now a thing of the past. Take-home tests and essays are becoming obsolete.This post was originally published on this site
Month: September 2025
Mathematics
New statistical tool enhances prediction accuracy
An international team of mathematicians, led by Lehigh University statistician Taeho Kim, has introduced an innovative method that could significantly improve how scientists make predictions, especially in fields like health, biology, and the social sciences.This […]
Education
Chalk and talk vs. active learning: What’s holding South African teachers back from using proven methods?
As a full-time teacher completing a Ph.D. part-time, I made a decision early on: do research that speaks to the daily realities of teachers and teaching. And so, the idea came from a lived experience—the […]
Consumer & Gadgets
Living differently can help reduce your home’s carbon footprint
An EPFL study has measured the carbon footprint of 20,000 residential buildings in Vaud Canton in Switzerland. The authors’ findings show that a targeted approach will be key to lowering the emissions associated with residential […]
Consumer & Gadgets
Satellite connectivity on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Google Pixel Watch 4 is ‘a feat of engineering,’ says expert
Apple’s unveiling of the latest batch of iPhones yesterday may have grabbed much of the attention, but the satellite messaging added to the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is an engineering marvel, says a Northeastern University […]
Education
Could AI write an academic paper and get published without anyone noticing?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. In the world of academia, it’s having a big impact.This post was originally published on this site
Internet
French lawmakers urge social media ban for under-15s
French lawmakers urged a social media ban for under-15s and “digital curfew” for older minors Thursday, with massively popular short video platform TikTok the focus of renewed harsh government scrutiny.This post was originally published on […]
Internet
China penalizes popular app Xiaohongshu over content
China’s internet regulator said on Thursday it had ordered “warnings and strict punishment” to bosses at popular social media app Xiaohongshu over its online content, slamming “trivial” and “negative” posts.This post was originally published on […]
Education
New free screening tool helps kindergarten teachers spot student needs early
Starting kindergarten is a big step for young children. It can also be a key time to spot which students might need some extra help with that life transition.This post was originally published on this […]
Consumer & Gadgets
Apple’s iPhone 17 line-up includes a new ultra-thin model and $100 price hike for Pro model
Apple on Tuesday rolled out its next generation iPhones, which include a new ultra-thin model and a slight price hike for one of its high-end models, while the company feels the squeeze of a global […]