Transfer of math, physics, and communication skills into the entry-level photonics workforce, NSF Award 1432578, Sept 2014 – Aug 2019 Exploring factors that shape education & workplace training on ...

When a crowd gets something right, like guessing how many beans are in a jar, forecasting an election, or solving a difficult scientific problem, it's tempting to credit the sharpest individual in the ...

Collaborative group work is increasingly prioritized across higher education, particularly in the life sciences and STEM-related fields. But how students communicate within these smaller groups is key ...

New programs from Good Business Lab and ILO show how this approach can unlock great potential for industries across the world. Employers are increasingly looking for problem-solving skills in their ...

Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving skills use reason and analysis to find solutions. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving skills enable individuals to analyze complex situations, evaluate ...

Small-group Instructional Diagnosis uses an outside facilitator to elicit students’ feedback. It is usually conducted at midterm so changes can be made during the second half of the course. The ...

A group's collective success is not always driven by the “smartest person.” Rewarding “the most accurate individuals” can create a trap where everyone copies the winner, destroying the diversity of ...