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21 avril 2019

Pickett’s Charge: What modern mathematics teaches us about Civil War battle

The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the American Civil War, and Gen. George Pickett’s infantry charge on July 3, 1863, was the battle’s climax. Had the Confederate Army won, it could have continued its invasion of Union territory. More...

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21 avril 2019

Immigrant youth help to build nations

However, immigrants and immigrant youth can help build nations like Canada. They are a great source of economic potential, while also contributing to a rich cultural mosaic. But immigrants must be supported with appropriate education and training policies. More...

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21 avril 2019

Disconnected: Can universities surpass brand image to make their social media relevant?

Universities fail to exploit social media’s most compelling features, tending to broadcast their brands instead of engaging students and the public online, new research suggests. More...

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21 avril 2019

No new Einsteins to emerge if science funding snubs curiosity

All of the great scientific findings of the past emanated from the initiative of individuals spurred by unimpeded curiosity and determination. More...

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21 avril 2019

Is law a social science? Lessons from a Canadian law school

From their very first lectures, law students are told not to equate legal ethics with morality, to ignore emotional responses to cases and to ignore any idea of reforming the law. More...

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21 avril 2019

Why universities can’t be expected to police copyright infringement

As the new school year approaches, Canadian universities are grappling with the Federal Court of Canada’s recent copyright decision against York University. More...

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21 avril 2019

How to help your kids transition to high school

The sheer size of a high school building can be overwhelming to the uninitiated. The potential loss of social status among a larger group of peers and the increased number of teachers — each having different styles and expectations – can be intimidating for newcomers. Add to this the hormonal changes that accompany puberty and drive physical, emotional and cognitive growth, and the demands on young people can be overwhelming. More...

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21 avril 2019

Writing is the air I breathe: Publishing as an Inuit writer

I am Norma Dunning. I am a beneficiary of Nunavut; my ancestral ties lie in the village of Whale Cove. I have never been there. My folks left the North shortly before my birth. I am southern Inuk, born and raised. More...

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21 avril 2019

Casual academics aren’t going anywhere, so what can universities do to ensure learning isn’t affected?

More Australian universities are relying on casual academics to teach their students. It’s difficult to estimate the exact proportion of academic staff on casual contracts, but reports suggest up to 80% of undergraduate courses in some Australian universities have been taught by a casual academic. More...

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21 avril 2019

Both major parties are finally talking about the importance of preschool – here’s why it matters

Early childhood education and care barely rated a mention in the lead-up to the 2016 federal election. But the mood has changed in Canberra. More...

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