Jul 17, 2020
U.S. Educational Attainment and Presidential Voting Patterns
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U.S. Educational Attainment and Presidential Voting Patterns
More Than 1,200 Genes Associated with Educational Attainment Identified
Researchers have identified more than 1,200 genetic variants associated with how much schooling an individual completes and developed a “polygenic score” predictive of more than 1% of the variation in educational attainment between individuals.
The research is in Nature Genetics. (full access paywall)
People around the world disagree about which is more important to emphasize in school: creative thinking or basic academic skills and discipline. Read four key findings about educational preferences around the world.
Educational Attainment in Brooklyn, 1970-2016
Americans owed more than $1.3 trillion in student loans at the end of June, more than two and a half times what they owed a decade earlier. About four-in-ten adults under age 30 have student loan debt, and the amount students owe varies widely, especially by degree attained. Read key facts about student loans in America.
Four-in-ten Millennial workers ages 25 to 29 had at least a bachelor’s degree in 2016, compared with 32% of Generation X workers and smaller shares of the Baby Boom and Silent generations when they were in the same age range.
Five things parents should know about helping their children succeed at school
Reflections from my appearance on LBC Breakfast Show, 21 August 2025 This morning I appeared on LBC’s breakfast show (with a stand-in presenter, as Nick Ferrari was away) to discuss GCSE results day, educational inequality, and what parents can do. You can listen back via LBC’s Catch-Up page. The show began with the presenter talking about the familiar nerves of results day: “That nervous bead…
The Impact of Physical Activity on Academic Performance
Introduction In college life, the significance of physical activity is often overshadowed by the pressing demands of coursework and exams. While an Academized research paper writer can be of assistance, a growing body of research highlights the profound impact that regular exercise can have on academic performance, leading to improved focus, enhanced cognitive abilities, and an overall sense of…
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