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A child on an iPad at a restaurant is something we've all witnessed. And while most will see bad parenting, Psychology Instructor Dr. Vanessa Rainey sees something else. Context. Developmental psychology asks students to zoom out and look at the bigger picture. Temperament, environment, culture, and relationships all shape development. For the final spotlight in our Women's History Month series, Vanessa reflects on the work of developmental psychologist Mary Rothbart and why children are never just one "type." Read the post: https://lnkd.in/eiNXU5vZ What misconception about child development do you hear most often?

How can we help students think more like scientists? Join Amanda Norbutus (Valencia College), Justin Shaffer (Colorado School of Mines), and Lisa Blue (Eastern Kentucky University) on April 8 at 2 PM ET for Educating the Next Generation of Scientific Thinkers and Scientists, a conversation on using authentic assessment, systems thinking, and metacognitive strategies to strengthen scientific reasoning and critical thinking. https://bit.ly/4sDgwHw

What gives you hope about the future of psychology? We asked Dr. Vanessa Rainey and Dr. Kendra Thomas that question for our final Women's History Month video. In a world of AI tools, misinformation, and quick answers, they’re seeing something different emerge in the classroom: stronger critical thinking, more thoughtful questioning, and a renewed sense of purpose in meaningful work. “I think meaningful work is a blessing. And we have a lot of work to do.” Take a listen, then tell us ... what gives you hope right now?

Employers consistently say the same thing... many of the skills that matter most aren’t technical. So what does that actually mean for us as we prepare students, not just for college, but for real life? Because we don’t always teach those skills directly. Courses like AP Business with Personal Finance are trying to change that. In a recent conversation with educator and author David Anderson, we explored how applied learning in business and personal finance courses is helping students build essential life skills, and identified 8 they'll need to carry beyond the classroom. https://lnkd.in/eVfRhtNu

Macmillan Learning is proud to be a part of this year's L.O.P.E conference! You don't want to miss: CEO Susan Winslow's panel on how to be future-ready, bridging generative AI, pedagogy, and practice across sectors Marcy Baughman's session on fostering student belonging using AI-enabled resources Rachel Comerford discussing how to use generative AI to advance accessibility. Learn how to register below ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️

Manifesting is everywhere right now. But what if the science says it doesn’t actually work the way we think? For Women’s History Month, Macmillan Learning author, Yale psychologist and The Happiness Lab host Laurie Santos unpacks what pop psychology gets wrong, and what actually leads to meaningful change. (spoiler alert: it's not a vision board.) https://lnkd.in/eFvvrf4N

There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s webinar, Measuring What Matters without Burning Out. Join Brandon Tenn and Madeleine De Beer at 2 PM ET for a conversation on practical, scalable grading approaches that support authentic assessment while promoting equity and sustainability. https://bit.ly/4sPrvxh

🚀 Panel Spotlight: Future-Ready Conversations on AI, Education, and Workforce Alignment What does it really mean to prepare learners for an AI-integrated world? Join us on April 1, 2026, 12pm-1pm for: Future-Ready: Bridging Generative AI, Pedagogy, and Practice Across Sectors This cross-sector panel brings together leaders from business, industry, and education to explore how AI is reshaping skills, redefining readiness, and influencing how we align education with workforce needs. 🎤 Moderator: Dr. Jean Mandernach, Executive Director, Center for Innovation in Research and Teaching 💼 Business & Industry Panelists: • Susan Winslow, CEO, Macmillan Learning • Lucas Petty, CEO, AI Daddy • Thor Prichard, President & CEO, Clarity Innovations 🎓 Education Panelists: • Dr. Cherryl Paul, Assistant Vice President, Strategic Educational Alliances • Michael Goto, Head of School, Unbound Academy • Dr. Mary Hurley, Education Policy Specialist and AI Consultant 💡 What to expect: • Big-picture insights on AI and the future workforce • Ethical considerations and emerging trends • A forward-looking dialogue across sectors ✨ Free to attend and open to educators, leaders, and innovators across sectors. 🔗 Learn more and register: lopeconference.gcu.edu Susan Winslow Lucas Petty Thor Prichard Dr. Cherryl Paul Michael Goto Mary Hurley, Ed.D Sheila Ann Damiani EdD Kathleen MacDonald Sprute, PhD Rick Holbeck GCU Center for Educational Technology & Learning Advancement Grand Canyon University Grand Canyon University Alumni Association Grand Canyon University Colangelo College of Business College of Arts and Media Grand Canyon University The College of Doctoral Studies at Grand Canyon University Canyon Research Lab Canyon Professional Development GCU College of Engineering & Technology CCCE Canyon Center for Character Education Meredith Rae Critchfield, PhD Emily Pottinger, PhD Center for Innovation in Research on Teaching Macmillan Learning EDUCAUSE American Council on Education National Association of Higher Education Systems (NASH) AI in Higher Education AI in Higher EDU ChatGPT for Education @ASU Northern Arizona University University of Arizona Arizona K12 Center #GCUAI #AIinEducation #HigherEd #FutureOfWork #EdTech #LOPEConference #Innovation #FacultyDevelopment

Stay positive! Think only happy thoughts! But what if that’s only part of the story? For Women’s History Month, psychology author June Gruber breaks down why happiness isn’t always as straightforward as it seems, what we get wrong about happiness, and what to aim for instead. She explores: The women who influenced her research The skills today’s psychologists need most Why “feeling everything” can actually be a strength Turns out, emotional balance > constant positivity. You don't want to miss this Q&A.

We teach students how to factor polynomials. But not how to factor in interest rates, loans, or credit. Turns out, the math that matters most after graduation isn’t always on the test. BFW Publishers is proud to announce the launch of Business with Personal Finance for the AP® Course, the first fully framework-aligned program for the College Board's new AP Business course, launching in the 2026–27 school year. Here are 5 things you should know about it. (And check out the link in the comments for all the details.)