Tag Archives: Youth
25 Gender Facts Affecting Educational Achievement
There's an interesting post circulating about gender in the classroom, looking at how biology and/or socialization has led to different learning styles and outcomes for boys versus girls. The authors have reviewed hundreds of gender studies in an attempt to uncover some generally accepted truths--although they stress that, as with any stereotype, there are certain to be exceptions to the rule. Here's their list of 25 widely accepted gender facts in U.S. classrooms:
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Are Color Codes Crumbling?
The debate over gender-appropriate colors continues, with signs that boys are finally beginning to gain some of the latitude that has long been accorded girls. In this video, television show "Good Morning America" tackles the topic, first with dads and then with young boys. Among some segments, the days of strict color segregation are coming to a close.
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Millennials: The Gourmet Generation
The millennials are a generation raised on arugula, artisan breads, and free-range chicken--quite a step up from their boomer parents' childhood diets of Tang and PB&J. And they're bringing these culinary tendencies into adulthood with them, says Gloria Goodale in The Christian Science Monitor:
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Thought for Food: Millennials Tackle Food Issues
If you haven't already done so, check out the submitted entries in the "Thought for Food" initiative. This competition was created by Euro RSCG Riley and is now gaining momentum with submissions from universities across Europe. The two winning teams will go on to attend the One Young World summit in Zurich.
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