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Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Dangers of Winning at All Costs for Youth Athletes

Sport for young athletes should prioritize fun over pressure, allowing for competition without compromising enjoyment and personal development.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Full of agonising near-misses' the University Challenge final, reviewed by last year's winner

The final was set to be a tense and thrilling affair, as both teams had equal average scores across their previous matches, making the stakes incredibly high.
English Premier League
Education
fromChalkbeat
1 week ago

Invitation-only: High-stakes admissions at an exclusive NYC public school

Hunter College High School has a low acceptance rate and is one of the least diverse public high schools in NYC.
#higher-education
Higher education
fromFortune
4 days ago

Yale asked the right question. Now the rest of higher education owes an answer | Fortune

Public confidence in higher education has significantly declined, with a need for honest engagement to address the crisis.
Higher education
fromFortune
1 week ago

'The college grading system [is] almost meaningless': People see the Ivy League as an easy A and with flawed admissions standards | Fortune

Higher education faces a PR crisis, with declining public trust and concerns over grade inflation and the value of degrees amid AI advancements.
Higher education
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The college industry is becoming K-shaped as acceptance rates plummet. What's happening to admissions?

Higher education is experiencing a divergence, with prestigious institutions thriving while smaller colleges face closures and mergers due to rising costs and declining enrollment.
Higher education
fromFortune
4 days ago

Yale asked the right question. Now the rest of higher education owes an answer | Fortune

Public confidence in higher education has significantly declined, with a need for honest engagement to address the crisis.
Higher education
fromFortune
1 week ago

'The college grading system [is] almost meaningless': People see the Ivy League as an easy A and with flawed admissions standards | Fortune

Higher education faces a PR crisis, with declining public trust and concerns over grade inflation and the value of degrees amid AI advancements.
Higher education
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The college industry is becoming K-shaped as acceptance rates plummet. What's happening to admissions?

Higher education is experiencing a divergence, with prestigious institutions thriving while smaller colleges face closures and mergers due to rising costs and declining enrollment.
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Philosophy
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

What makes a good student - Harvard Gazette

Curiosity, rigorous thinking, integrity, and knowing when enough is enough are key qualities of successful students.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

How can you make a student happy? Drop them at university and make a lightning-quick exit | Zoe Williams

The bittersweet nature of parenting evolves as children grow, highlighting the tension between care and independence.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Years at strict school's sixth form were worst of my life'

Mossbourne Community Academy's strict culture has led to emotional abuse and lasting negative impacts on students' wellbeing.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

UCLA's Cori Close says success takes a toll on coaches in modern college sports era

Cori Close expressed the increasing challenges of coaching in college athletics, emphasizing fatigue and the need for solutions regarding the transfer portal and NIL.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
3 weeks ago

Some people don't fear failure. They fear succeeding and then being expected to sustain it, because the version of them that achieved it was running on adrenaline and desperation, and the person who shows up on Monday is someone quieter who doesn't know how to replicate what the emergency produced. - Silicon Canals

The fear of success stems from the pressure to replicate high performance, not from a desire to avoid good outcomes.
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

'No way to go but up' - Harvard Gazette

"I told him, 'These are the things I'm concerned about; these are the risks if we run out of medications, or if we run out of oxygen, or if we're not able to get you off the mountain in two or three days.' I would like to think that we, whether it's as physicians or patients, should be able to talk about risk in a little bit more of a realistic, humane way."
Public health
Higher education
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

'This is not about Harvard. It is about higher education.' - Harvard Gazette

The partnership between U.S. universities and government is threatened, risking a brain drain similar to post-war Europe.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Are You Easily Offended?

Being easily offended resembles allergies: while healthy offense-taking protects self-worth, oversensitivity damages relationships and careers by misinterpreting minor issues as serious threats.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Senioritis Pandemic

Senioritis results from Expectancy-Value Theory imbalance: when college acceptance or diploma outcomes become certain, the perceived value of remaining schoolwork collapses, causing motivation to decline.
Higher education
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

These California high schools defy typical UC admissions patterns

California's UC acceptance rates for in-state applicants reached a nine-year high, with Mission High School leading in UC Berkeley admissions.
Higher education
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

What an Ivy League Education Really Gets You

Graduates from elite universities dominate key sectors of the economy and culture despite being a small percentage of the population.
Writing
fromPoynter
1 month ago

A college admissions essay reveals the power of storytelling - Poynter

External assignments and deadlines often drive creative work more than inspiration, as demonstrated by a publisher's phone call leading to a college admissions essay writing guide.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Niece Is Feeling Left Out During Her First Year of College. The Reason Why Is Breaking My Heart.

A biracial college student struggling with racial identity and belonging needs supportive guidance from family members who understand the complexity of mixed-race experiences.
Education
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

The Homeschooling Hack

Homeschooling in New York City is rapidly expanding and diversifying, attracting families seeking autonomy, alternative learning models, and greater academic focus.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Too Competitive? How to Stop Comparisons From Taking Over

Healthy competition drives personal growth, but excessive self-comparison to others triggers insecurity and unhealthy striving behaviors rooted in our primal survival instincts.
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Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

8 signs someone is genuinely intelligent even if they never got good grades, according to psychology - Silicon Canals

Genuine intelligence shows up through curiosity, deep questioning, adaptability, and creative problem-solving rather than academic achievement or formal credentials.
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Higher education
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Perfectionism Can Undermine College Mental Health

Perfectionism affects 65-84% of college students, creating harmful cycles of overwork, procrastination, and chronic stress that damage both achievement and mental well-being.
Higher education
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Perfectionism Can Undermine College Mental Health

Perfectionism affects 65-84% of college students, creating harmful cycles of overwork, procrastination, and chronic stress that damage both achievement and mental well-being.
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Education
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Inside the scramble for London grammar school places as children as young five get private tutoring

London parents increasingly hire private tutors for children as young as three to compete for scarce grammar and independent school places, fueling an education arms race.
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Higher education
fromFortune
1 month ago

Harvard may be under federal investigation and cost over $87,000 a year-but it's still Gen Z's No. 1 'dream college' | Fortune

Harvard remains the top choice for college applicants, showcasing strong brand recognition and competitive admissions despite rising costs.
Higher education
fromFortune
1 month ago

Harvard may be under federal investigation and cost over $87,000 a year-but it's still Gen Z's No. 1 'dream college' | Fortune

Harvard remains the top choice for college applicants, showcasing strong brand recognition and competitive admissions despite rising costs.
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Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Schools are using AI counselors to track students' mental health. Is it safe?

AI-enabled therapy platforms in schools flag at-risk students, enabling counselors to intervene and potentially save lives while addressing mental health staff shortages.
Higher education
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm anxious about my daughter's college applications, so I'm often nagging her. I'm now trying to save our relationship.

College admissions have become significantly more competitive, with students applying to more schools while acceptance rates decline, creating increased stress for both teens and parents.
Higher education
fromPadailypost
4 months ago

38% of Stanford undergrads claim a disability; many get extra time on tests

38% of Stanford undergraduates are registered as disabled, with 24% receiving accommodations, reflecting a national trend of expanded disability definitions and relaxed verification requirements since 2008.
Higher education
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Pressure of Pre-Med

Medical school admissions require extensive academic credentials, extracurricular activities, and documented experience, creating significant pressure on pre-med students who increasingly take gap years to complete these requirements while maintaining healthy habits.
Higher education
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

So much for the death of the elite degree

Elite college graduates have regained hiring advantage as employers become more selective during economic slowdown, with top-tier universities increasingly prioritized in recruitment.
Higher education
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Unmaking of the American University

Research universities face existential threats as the Trump Administration weaponizes federal funding cuts and compliance demands, forcing institutions to choose between their missions and government favor.
Higher education
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Mass. students place No. 1 nationwide for AP scores, break all-time record

Massachusetts students achieved record-breaking AP exam performance, with 35.8% of public high school graduates scoring 3 or higher, the highest percentage nationwide.
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