A recent study by researchers from the Human Capital Research Collaborative and the University of Minnesota shows that the quality of education that children receive when they are young greatly impacts their adulthood. In order to obtain these results, researchers used the Chicago Longitudinal Study. The professionals analyzed more than 1,400 people whose lives […]
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Could library support ultimately affect student performance?
Many arguments have taken place over the amount of money that school systems receive and how a lack of funds could hinder student potential. While many feel as though financial backing for books and teachers are what indicates high student performance, a new study from Mansfield University is suggesting that the amount of money […]
Hiring on the rise for college graduates
As graduation ceremonies appear to be kicking off left and right, many students approaching the podium are wondering what their chances of finding a job in this economy are like. However, recent surveys have suggested that the hiring of college graduates is on the upswing. According to the Sacramento Bee, more than four in 10 […]
Illinois-based school moves gifted students into a self-contained program at a new facility
Officials from West Aurora School District, which is located in Illinois, recently announced that some gifted children from its sixth grade class will be moved to a new school, the Chicago Sun-Times reports. The children will be moved to a self-contained gifted program for about 30 children at Jewel Middle School. Officials told the […]
Researcher suggests that bilingual individuals have better thought structure
A number of studies have tied bilingualism to cognitive benefits, as knowing another language can cause people to think in a way that those who only speak one language do not understand. A researcher from Penn State reports that those who are able to juggle multiple languages actually have an increase in brain function. […]
Sick children may not be able to achieve the same education, job opportunities as healthy counterparts
Children who face a serious illness such as cancer or diabetes have a long fight in their early years. However, a new study is suggesting that even after they either overcome the illness or find a way to live with it, there are still other obstacles they will face in their academic and professional lives. […]
More Americans considering other offers
As the market begins to open, more professionals are looking at their options in terms of job opportunities and potential salaries. A new survey by Harris Interactive that was conducted for Plateau Systems reveals that the majority of Americans would consider a new job opportunity if it arose this year. The researchers report that although […]
Personality test usage on the rise in U.S. businesses
The job market is increasingly difficult to break into, and it’s become a stiff competition in terms of how many people are applying for the same job. However, while qualifications may be one thing that hiring managers look at when choosing a potential candidate, one’s personality may also have something to do with it. […]
Study demonstrates the ups and downs of language patterns during childhood development
When children are in the developmental stages, there is a lot that goes into marking points of fully evolving. For example, speech is one of the major markings of childhood development. However, a new study suggests that using language is akin to a roller coaster ride, as children attempt to embrace and forget certain […]
A career aptitude test could bring you to a dream career later in life
The recession has caused millions of Americans to lose their jobs as a result of budget slashing, but for some individuals, this could lead to an entirely new career path that could be filled with endless possibilities. After a career in banking, Bill Blohm decided to take a career aptitude test in hopes of […]