[[{“value”:” Jared Zhao originally got interested in data analytics during his time at UC Berkeley because he was drawn to how it could turn raw data into a story. Zhao founded his first data analytics startup Polyture in 2021. But advancements in generative AI just a year later made Zhao realize what Polyture was building was […] © 2024 TechCrunch….
Can better glucose monitoring improve workforce participation for people with diabetes?
[[{“value”:” Can better glucose monitoring improve workforce participation for people with diabetes? Published: Over 38 million people in the US have diabetes, a chronic illness that can have serious health and economic consequences. Dr Belinda Román, an economist at St. Mary’s University in Texas, is investigating how improved access to glucose monitoring devices can help people with diabetes manage their…
Shapes in Motion: Easy Animation using Pattern Blocks
[[{“value”:” Want to add a fun twist to math lessons and engage your students? Look no further than pattern block animation. These familiar manipulatives can be surprisingly versatile tools for creating short, stop-motion animations. By moving the blocks slightly and taking a picture between movements, students can bring geometric shapes to life – imagine a blooming flower or a bouncing…
Can workplaces truly embrace LGBTQ+ inclusivity?
[[{“value”:” Can workplaces truly embrace LGBTQ+ inclusivity? Published: Based at York University in Canada, Professor You-Ta Chuang is exploring intricate LGBTQ+ workplace dynamics and addressing key aspects such as the impact of organisational policies, the pervasive issue of microaggression and the role of activism in fostering a truly inclusive work environment. Talk like an organisation management theorist Heteronormative — a…
How can health and care support break the cycle of homelessness?
[[{“value”:” How can health and care support break the cycle of homelessness? Published: People experiencing homelessness often face significant health and well-being challenges, but accessing health and care support can be very difficult for them. Dr Michela Tinelli, a health and care economist at the London School of Economics and Political Science in the UK, is investigating how out-of-hospital care…
Winter Resources for Busy Teachers
Winter resources for keeping students busy during the coldest time of year sound great! I mean, recess has to be indoors and this means keeping students engaged is even more stressful than normal. In the meantime, how many of you have extra time to create new items? Let me do the work for you! I have so many winter…
Generative AI Is Changing Computer Science Education For The Better
By Carla Jose Image Source: Pexels The intersection of artificial intelligence and education has given rise to a range of fascinating transformations. One key player in this revolution is generative AI, a technology that’s making its mark on computer science in an especially meaningful way. For starters, it dovetails impeccably with teaching complex coding processes, and can turn algorithmic…