Teaching+T: Gratitude On The Report Card

From redesigned report cards, to the effect of media on young children, to mindfulness in high-poverty schools-- these articles explore a growing emphasis on educating students in skills to live by. --Daniela

Gratitude on the Report Card

Report cards reflect new metrics of student success. On top of traditional math or English skills, teachers in these districts add scores for qualities such as grit, gratitude or being sensitive to others. Read Full Story »

The Lion King Is Too Loud

Media Studies Professor Mary Rothschild describes the effects of digital media on child development-- from a toddler's impressions of "The Lion King" to pop culture birthday parties to the amygdala in young children. Read Full Story »

Mindfulness In Early Years

In over 30 high-poverty Chicago public schools, a research team studies whether 5-7-year-olds who are taught to be in touch with their emotions do better academically. Read Full Story »

'Be The Change' Idea

As the second article inspires, reduce your media inputs. Have a device-free evening, give up social media for a day or week, or trim your email screen-time.