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Do Good Grades Spread Like Measles?
Students who hang out with friends who get better grades than them tend to see their class rank rise
Colleges Requiring Phys Ed Hit All-Time Low
Physical education classes are no longer needed in order to graduate from college.
Best Ways to Study for a Test Found
Researchers say they've pinpointed the most and least effective ways to prepare for a test.
In Photos: Quadriplegic Uses Mind-Controlled Prosthesis
Her biggest feat so far is lifting a chocolate bar to her mouth with mere thoughts.
For Kids' Academic Success, Parents May Trump Schools
Parent engagement better predicts a child's academic performance than the qualities of the school he or she attends, a new study suggests.
SAT Not Biased Against Low-Status Students, Study Finds
A new study suggests the SAT is effective at predicting college success and isn't biased against students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds.
Berlin Twinkles in Highest-Res Image of City at Night
Researchers have stitched together a nighttime image of Berlin from above, which they say is the highest-resolution picture of a city at night.
Value of Kids' Pretend Play May Be Overhyped
Previous research has suggested that pretend play is crucial to kids' mental development. But a new study challenges the strength of that link.
