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High ceilings equal lower marks! You couldn’t make it up, but scientists at the University of South Australia have discovered that the height of exam hall ceilings affects exam results! A team led by Dr Isabella Bower took 15,600 undergrad results across three campuses and cross referenced the results with the height of the exam hall ceiling. Bower found those who sat exams in halls with high ceilings achieved lower marks. The problem is she has no idea why this is the case, but believes the brain must react to its surrounding in way we do not understand yet. So, simply sitting in a bigger room causes brain activity to behave differently when concentrating of difficult tasks. Ultimately it may mean universities and the professional bodies will have to look at where they make their students sit exams. Bower said: “These spaces are often designed for purposes other than examinations, such as gymnasiums, exhibitions, events and performances.” Read our eights pages of news in the latest magazine: https://lnkd.in/e-eqma7T.

High ceilings equal lower marks! You couldn’t make it up, but scientists at the University of South Australia have discovered that the height of exam hall ceilings affects exam results! A team led by Dr Isabella Bower took 15,600 undergrad results across three campuses and cross referenced the results with the height of the exam hall ceiling. Bower found those who sat exams in halls with high ceilings achieved lower marks. The problem is she has no idea why this is the case, but believes the brain must react to its surrounding in way we do not understand yet. So, simply sitting in a bigger room causes brain activity to behave differently when concentrating of difficult tasks. Ultimately it may mean universities and the professional bodies will have to look at where they make their students sit exams. Bower said: “These spaces are often designed for purposes other than examinations, such as gymnasiums, exhibitions, events and performances.” Read our eights pages of news in the latest magazine: https://lnkd.in/et8yFjD7.

Today's the day to silence the little voice of doubt in your head—your dreams are worth it. CCU online is designed with you in mind; whatever setbacks you might face, we're here to guide the way. Find your path at online.ccu.edu. #CCUOnline #Career #Development #Professional #Education #School #Graduate #Degree

At NCEE, 'thinking differently' isn't just a phrase—it's one approach we take in #EdResearch. Join us for part two of our series to explore transformative teaching and learning methods. Let's innovate together! https://bit.ly/3zCGyny #EdResearch #EducationInnovation #EdPolicy #TimeManagement #TeacherSupport #StudentSuccess #GlobalEducation #PersonalizedLearning #SchoolLeadership #FutureOfEducation

The other version of being in front of the screen today! Great to work with Welsh Government colleagues in Cardiff. We're at the start of a Dods Training programme boosting strategic thinking and policy-making skills. Today's kick-off session was real world in three senses: first because we were actually in person; second because we're applying the tools and thinking directly to real challenges not made-up case studies, and third because policy work is all about creating real world change. Really curious to see how it all evolves! #policymaking #thinking #realworld (Selfie at the start of the day, standing in front of the screen waiting for the delegates to arrive.)

This authoritative new Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre report on #creativeskills and #furthereducation in the UK makes sobering reading [https://lnkd.in/enqRE2-Z] reflected at yesterday's informative but largely subdued launch discussion at the RSA. On the specific issues of student #completion, #retention and #achievement the authors may wish to examine the innovative 'blended learning' approaches to course delivery pioneered by Mindful Education with FE sector partners. Although Mindful's curriculum range extends well beyond 'creative' subjects, their collaborative delivery methodology is itself outstandingly creative and has produced exceptional results, especially amongst part-time and harder to reach students. This is what 'good' looks like, although there are doubtless other exemplars. Mark McKenna Hasan Bakhshi Creative UK Eliza Easton The Ingenious Group Creative Industries Council Lilli Geissendorfer British Film Institute (BFI) British Screen Forum Katherine McKenna #creativeeducation #industrialstrategy #creativeindustries

Join us at the AISNE DEI Conference on October 25 in Framingham, MA for the session: Embracing Neurodiversity in Our Schools presented by Brandon Boston and Tanya Lynch, Founders of The Boston Group. Students come to us with varying abilities in all academic and non-academic endeavors. As we become more aware of the neurodiversity of our population, educators and administrators have a responsibility to meet the needs of all learners in their classrooms. Through the use of simulations, participants will have the opportunity to step inside the shoes of a student who has challenges with reading and listening comprehension, written expression, attention, and executive function; experiencing firsthand the daily struggles that many learners face. By developing empathy and building an increasing awareness of the vast diversity of the students sitting in our classrooms, educators will leave this workshop with concrete and actionable strategies to support all learners.

What a fantastic way to kick off our first Good Conversation for 2024! ✨ Taking a deep dive into the challenging world of Visitor Behaviour, we relished catching up with this bunch of industry legends to break down some of the challenges they’re facing - from the impact of short lead times and social media trends to litter and property theft - and the crucial role digital and road safety messaging, infrastructure and VICs all play in getting things right. Put simply, the alignment between STO, RTO, Industry and Community has never been more important, and at the core of it all, education is everything! How are you supporting and encouraging positive visitor behaviour in your destination? Tell us in your comments below! 👇

As we enter the new year, there are more changes than just the date! Check out all the things happening at the conference, vocational excellence, and the District! X marks the spots! Watch it now> #AdventureAwaits #RD6910

The 2024 PSW Educational Conference is over 😢 … but your opportunity to catch up on what you missed is here! Carefully curated sessions from the conference are ready for on-demand viewing that works around your busy schedule. Don't miss this chance to earn CE and access conference-level education! #PSWeducation #PSWedcon #ContinuingEducation #EducationWednesday