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Stories, faculty specialties, degree offerings, and professional development programs on topics spanning psychology, early education, cognitive growth, and social-emotional learning
How intentional teacher language in early childhood classrooms can shape children’s inner voice, support emotional regulation, and promote lifelong resilience and well-being
How focusing on students' strengths, dreams, and aspirations can create transformative learning environments — even with challenging circumstances
Harvard’s Center on the Developing Child shares insight on why brain-building through play is an essential part of childhood development
There is more to preschool than learning your ABCs and 123s, researchers say, as they propose broader range of skills for assessing early education
Curiosity is present from birth, but there are questions about whether or not we are able to continue to foster curiosity during childhood which can later impact their learning, growth, and the joy of discovery
Two new books tell the story of the renowned psychologist's intellectual life
What does it take to make a successful education podcast? Mix two educators, a weekly dose of wisdom, and a clever chicken-related name and see what happens
“There is a fear that people establish relationships with AI which might isolate them from human to human interactions.”
Project Zero's Edward Clapp explains the participatory approach to creativity, and how it can empower students by validating their contributions and helping them develop purpose in the world
Researchers share what Americans have to say about social disconnection and potential solutions
Alum Niobe Way discusses the crisis of connection among boys and young men, focusing on how societal norms about masculinity suppress emotional vulnerability and deep friendships
AI designed with certain principles in mind can benefit children's growth and learning, says Assistant Professor Ying Xu, but AI literacy is essential
"What I really wanted was to get under the hood. Like, what does loneliness feel like to the lonely? What are the potential consequences? And what’s causing it?"
Education Now examines how we can transform K–12 public school systems into more human-centered communities that support both educators and students
Children cheat less when you show you trust them
Exhibiting faith in children nurtures integrity, say researchers
Psychologist Peter Gray discusses how encouraging independent play fosters resilient, self-reliant, and mentally fit young people
An exploration of healing-centered engagement, a social-emotional learning approach that promotes self-esteem and offers a holistic view of recovery for young people of color managing trauma while also creating positive conditions for academic achievement.
"While today’s technologies can undercut adolescents’ digital agency through efforts to tether them to their devices, teens are not helpless against the draw of technology."
Three HGSE faculty members share actionable steps and words of wisdom for supporting young people amid uncertain times
Strategies for addressing difficult global events with children that build confidence and resilience
Research shows even infrequent readers get absorbed in reading
Strategies that can help your child develop a deeper understanding of gratitude — into their teen years
Making Caring Common identifies several drivers of young adults’ emotional challenges, including a lack of meaning and purpose
The longtime faculty member and pioneer in psychological anthropology passed away this week
"Depressed and anxious parents are often wonderful parents despite — and sometimes because of — emotional challenges. But depression and anxiety in parents are linked to academic, emotional, and health problems in teens. This harm can be compounded when both a teen and one or both of their parents are depressed or anxious."
Teachers, parents, and other adults can help teens navigate the pressures of their very online lives
Ten ways to jumpstart conversations with kids that will help them bounce back from challenges