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Arts & Humanities > Language Learning Tips Why childhood is a critical period for language learning: 1 of 14
Even though they can't yet speak, infants are quite responsive to language from the day they are born. In fact, in the first few days and weeks of life, babies already have the ability to differentiate a variety of speech-like sounds. Because humans seem to be "prewired" at birth to organize and make sense of speech, children... More..
Sciences > Social Science (Other) 'Six degrees of separation' explained: 1 of 6
The well-known phrase "six degrees of separation" refers to the idea that it takes, on average, six steps or fewer to bridge the gap between any two people on earth (1). But can each of us really be connected by only six other people to our first-grade crush, a sherpa in the Himalayas, or our favorite celebrity? Is the notion... More..
Food & Drink > Coffee How to make iced coffee: 5 of 21
How to Make Iced CoffeeIt's 7 am and it's already too hot to think, much less brew some hot coffee. But you NEED your caffeine. It's time to cool your coffee cravings with cold caffeine. A little preparation will go a long way. When the temperatures start to cool at night, brew your hot coffee by making 1/2 your normal pot, b... More..
Food & Drink > Soup & Stew Recipes Recipes: Chicken Tortilla Soup: 1 of 4
~Hearty Chicken Tortilla Soup~This southwestern favorite is flavorful, and filling! Nothing compares to the taste of using all fresh ingredients, but I've included canned substitutes for a quicker meal. Serve with warm cumin corn bread or tortillas.~Ingredients~1/4 cup Vegetable or Olive Oil1 large onion, chopped2-4 Cloves of... More..
Food & Drink > Bread & Baking Recipes Recipes: Cornbread: 4 of 12
~Southern Cornbread~This recipe was made famous by both my grandmothers, and has been used for generations before them. This cornbread is not too dry in the middle, and wonderfully crunchy on the outside. It's perfect for a family gathering or with soup or chili on a blustery wintery day.2 cups cornmeal2 cups flour8 teaspoons... More..
Education > Colleges & Universities (Other) Why educators do not rely on brain research to inform their teaching practices: 1 of 2
Researchers have made considerable progress in understanding the cognitive and social factors important in the learning process, but very few have been successfully translated into teaching practices in the college classroom (Halpern & Hakel, 2002). Why don't educators rely on this evidence about the brain and learning to inf... More..
Sciences > Sociology The importance of cross-cultural research in child development: 1 of 2
The Importance of Cross-cultural Research in Child DevelopmentAs inhabitants of Western culture, we tend to assume that the way we develop from infancy to adulthood is exactly the same, or universal, everywhere else in the world. We may even assume that we all define the word "culture" the same way. However, the exact meaning... More..
Health & Fitness > Herbal & Natural Remedies Brain freeze cures: 1 of 2
Just when that Slurpee was beginning to cool you down on a hot summer day...BRAIN FREEZE!Brain freeze, AKA "ice cream headache", is caused by quickly eating or drinking very cold foods or beverages. It is more common in the summer - this form of brain pain is caused by an extreme difference in temperature between the environm... More..
Education > Colleges & Universities (Other) Making connections between neuroscience, psychology, and educational practice: 1 of 1
How should we approach making connections between research in psychology and neuroscience to inform educational practice? Aspects of psychology important to thinking memory, attention, and emotion have been studied extensively by interdisciplinary practitioners in psychology, however, not all components are equally supported ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Feminism & Women's Rights Book reviews: Traveling companions: Feminism, Teaching, and Action Research: 1 of 1
Book Review: Traveling Companions: Feminism, Teaching, and Action ResearchTraveling Companions explores the traditions by which diverse groups of feminist and participatory action researchers (PAR) experience, create meaning, and adapt to the unique challenges of engaging in collaborative processes of reflection, action, and ... More..