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New research suggests that some differences in literacy skill and enjoyment can be explained by genetics. Tes talks to Dr Elsje van Bergen to find out more

Our growing understanding of the human brain is helping us to build a clearer picture of the science of learning. But what about the science of teaching? Neuroscientists Uta and Chris Frith say that social cognition – the study of how humans relate to each other – can shed some light

As research suggesting pollution has a negative effect on our health piles up, Kate Parker looks at whether this extends to learning

With an increasing number of AI-powered feedback generators in development, machine learning looks set to cut teachers’ marking workloads. But how close are we to that reality, and would the sector welcome it? Zofia Niemtus and Kate Parker investigate

Research into teenagers’ sleep patterns indicates that starting the school day later could be better for their health. But might their grades also improve as a result? Kate Parker looks at the evidence

Some have raised concerns about the effect that ‘zero-tolerance’ behaviour approaches have on children’s wellbeing. But are those concerns warranted? Kate Parker looks at the evidence