Non-Invasive Brain Surgery
AdultsBiologyScienceTechnology...Scientists have combined ultrasound, viruses and synthetic drugs to control regions of the brain.
What are the Effects of Tablets and Smartphones on Babies’ Brains?
AdultsAddictionHealthTechnology...Often we concentrate on showing the negative effective of new technologies on the development of babies, but could tablets, smartphones and other touchscreen devices help improve their motor skills?
Why is meningitis so dangerous?
AdultsBiologyHealthHistory...In 1987, thousands of people gathered in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage. But what started out as a celebration led to a worldwide health crisis: more than 2,000 cases of meningitis broke out, spreading across Saudi Arabia and the rest of the world.
How rollercoasters affect your body - Brian D. Avery
AdultsConstructionDesignScience...In 1895, crowds flooded Coney Island to see America’s first-ever looping coaster: the Flip Flap Railway. But its thrilling flip caused cases of severe whiplash, neck injury and even ejections.
Teacher Well-Being and Stress Management
TeachersMental HealthSelfTeacher Cafe...Teaching can be stressful and teacher burn out rates are higher than ever. This article from Cambridge offers some reasons for teacher stress as well as some helpful coping strategies.
The Benefits of a Good Night's Sleep- Shai Marcu
TeachersTeacher CafeHealthEducationA Ted-Ed Original Lesson with corresponding questions for students to think, dig deeper and discuss.
The Behavior Battle: High and Low Tech Solutions
TeachersTeacher CafeEducationHealthStudent behavior can eat up precious classroom time and for most, they start out strong and dwindle down over time. Strategies are complex and need a lot of dedicated personnel and time. Here are some of the best methods from high tech to low tech teachers are trying today.
5 Ways to Unwind From Teaching
TeachersMental HealthSelfTeacher Cafe...As a teacher being able to unwind after school is very important. Disconnecting from the classroom for at least a few hours is a key to keeping the balance.