Human genetics can be mapped through historical events
Can genetics tell us something about the history of the world? It can if you know what you're looking for, as a new paper published in <em>Science</em> shows.
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Discovery of a new whale species took years
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It may have taken a while for scientists to figure out they were right in the first place about a new species of beaked whale, but that's science for you.
Drugs, not alcohol, involved in more fatal crashes
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With states considering legalizing marijuana for medical uses, a recent study shows a sharp rise in fatal motor vehicle accidents with drivers who were under the influence of non-alcohol drugs.
In R.I., 'guinea pigs' protest school reform
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A student protest in R.I., led by the Providence Student Union, is over high-stakes testing. The tests, required under federal law, are a waste of valuable time, for the most part.
Gaps widen in early reading proficiency everywhere
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A report released today by the Annie E Casey Foundation shows that in almost every state, the gap in early reading achievement has widened over the last 10 years between poor and affluent kids.
Md. board rewrites discipline code for schools
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Revisions to the code of student discipline were adopted by the Md. State Board of Education today, as zero tolerance finds itself on the way out in our schools.
Study: Kids grasp large numbers remarkably young
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Changes to early childhood curricula in math that make use of recent research out of Michigan State University might bring more math to pre-K, and that's OK.
National Board announces new crop of certified teachers
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More than 4,000 teachers learned they achieved National Board Certification Tuesday. More than 106,000 teachers have achieved the profession’s highest mark of accomplishment.
Emily Granger is female high school Heisman winner
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A Maryland high school student was named the female winner of the national High School Heisman Trophy Friday. She's a three-sport athlete at Ss. Peter and Paul High School in Easton.
IL implements the Common Core; resources available
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Implementation of new learning standards in Illinois for math and English language arts are said to align elementary, secondary, and postsecondary schools in the state.