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Samuel Centre: Effects of Technological Innovations on Social Interactions

For Students 9th - 10th
This article from the Samuel Centre for Social Connectedness discusses how technology has altered humans' interactions in their daily lives. Machines and automation have replaced our interactions with service people. It looks at the...
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Brainspire: What Are the Effects of Technology on Human Interaction?

For Students 9th - 10th
This article examines the positive and negative ways that technology impacts human interactions and relationships within families and with the wider world, as well as the implications the over-use of technology has on the growing child....
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Victoria State Government: Sociodramatic Play (Interacting With Others)

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Sociodramatic play is where children act out imaginary situations and stories, become different characters, and pretend they are in different locations and times. Sociodramatic play is the most advanced form of play, and constantly...
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Simply Psychology: Social Facilitation

For Students 9th - 10th
The concept of social facilitation is explained, and the research done by Norman Triplett in 1898 into the co-action effect. Also discusses the audience effect. These two factors influence whether someone can be influenced or inhibited...
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Alcohol: The Aggression Elixir?

For Students 9th - 10th
Discussion of the relationship biological factors including high testosterone or low serotonin levels has on the affect of alcohol related aggression.
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Healthline Media

Medical News Today: Early Intervention Very Effective for Toddlers With Autism

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
A 5-year study from the University of Washington explains its findings of intervention for toddlers with Autism. Improvements in IQ, social interaction and language ability were discovered.
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CBS

Cbs: Zd Net: Covid 19: Here's How One Pandemic Will Change Our Lives, Forever

For Students 9th - 10th
While it is too early to assess the damage caused by this global pandemic, there are signs that it will permanently change the way society functions. From its impact on the global economy to our daily lives, COVID-19 will leave an...
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National Institutes of Health

Asperger Syndrome Fact Sheet

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Provided is a complete description of Asperger Syndrome, including a definition, signs and symptoms, treatment options, prognosis for individuals diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome, and current research. Also note the list of organizations...
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Utilitarian.org: An Argument for Altruism

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the pros and cons of altruism and utilitarianism. The author defends altruism and provides a convincing argument for his beliefs.
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National Institutes of Health

Asperger Syndrome Fact Sheet

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Provided is a complete description of Asperger Syndrome, including a definition, signs and symptoms, treatment options, prognosis for individuals diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome, and current research. Also, note the list of...
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Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: News in Science: Dogs Prefer Winners

For Students 9th - 10th
From ABC News in Science, Jennifer Viegas's article deals with social behavior of dogs and current research suggesting that they gravitate toward "winners." When they observe other animals or animal-human interaction, they go towards the...
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Character Lab

Character Lab: Lost in Translation: The Art and Science of Communication

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Communication isn't just the transmission of information. It's also sending and receiving emotions. This article discusses why human interaction cannot be left solely to a keyboard.
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American Psychological Association

Apa: Family Dynamics Related to Aggression in Boys

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the American Psychological Association provides research that concluded family dynamics can affect aggression in boys.
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Texas Child Care Quarterly: Promoting Imagination in Preschool Classrooms

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Imagination is one of the most important ingredients of a creative mind. Because imagination is at its peak in early childhood, educators can continually cultivate it among preschoolers. By allowing children to experiment with life...
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Immigration and Ethnic History Society

Iehs: Rohma A. Khan, "South Asian Immigrant Cab Drivers in New York City"

For Students 9th - 10th
This article focuses on South Asian immigrants from Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh in the late 20th century attempted to infuse home with their interactions in America, to negotiate their own positions in society. In their pursuit of...
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Learners Edge: Play in the Classroom

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Play is not more important than science, literacy, physics, or math - it IS science, literacy, physics, and math. It is the FOUNDATION for learning. This article touches on the research supporting the importance of incorporating play...
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PBS

Pbs: Creativity and Play: Fostering Creativity

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
One of the most important types of creative activity for young children is creative play. This article discusses the benefits of creative play and other ways to foster creativity in your classroom.
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Bright Horizons: Nurturing Creativity & Imagination for Child Development

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Imagination is critical in child development. Find tips to help nurture and encourage creativity in your kids!
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Atlas Mission: 7 Kindergarten Creative Thinking Activities That Are Fun for Kids

For Teachers Pre-K - K
With so much emphasis put on classwork, common core curriculum, and even homework, creative thinking can get pushed to the bottom of the barrel for kids, even kindergarteners. Here are 7 activities to inspire creativity.