As young children, how do we build our vocabulary? Even by age 1, many infants seem to think that if they hear a new word, it ...

Sentences contain subtle hints in their grammar that tell young children about the meaning of new words, according to new research.

All of the policy experiments wrought on Detroit schools by the State of ... as the district’s fiscal and academic performance just got worse. It’s easy to point to a host of high-profile corruption ...

Researchers found that children rely on "focus" signals—emphasis or stress in speech—rather than assuming words are mutually exclusive.

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In the fast-moving circle of knowledge, two opposite perspectives have come into power for viewing reality: scientism and ...

Steps to create four simple and exciting inventions using recycled materials. Perfect for science enthusiasts and DIY lovers, these projects are fun, easy, and eco-friendly. Explore new ways to ...

In response to political and fiscal pressures, and with crime rates well below their 1990s peak, jails and prisons are shuttering. One estimate found that 21 states closed prisons between 2000 and ...