Given the mixed evidence on the role of school-level factors in contributing to racial inequality in exclusionary discipline, there is a need to revisit how the demographic composition of schools relates to the prevalence of and disparities in disciplinary outcomes. In this study, we extend the racial threat theoretical framework by illustrating…

This article examines the inextricable link between student and teacher well-being through district-level conditions and systems of whole teacher development in support of whole child education. Through a qualitative dual-case study of two large urban school districts in Canada and the United States, this article defines the concept of 'whole…

This study synthesizes findings from two complementary qualitative research projects to explore how physical learning environments influence both instructional practices and student outcomes. The first study examined teachers' perspectives on the role of classroom design in implementing social and emotional learning (SEL), while the second…

Health clinicians are required to make use of feedback to form effective judgements and deliver efficacious health care. In health education, clinical placements provide an opportunity for students to translate knowledge to practise and develop expertise. During placements students are expected to engage with and act on feedback in order to…

Background/purpose: This study aims to investigate the influence of leadership (principal and teacher leadership) and school climate on student achievement as well as the moderating effect of some variables in this relationship. Materials/methods: With this purpose, a meta-analysis of data gathered from a total of 90 empirical studies including…

One of the unique features of charter schools is their flexibility to specialize their education programming by focusing on a particular content area, group of students, or educational philosophy. These focus areas can be an important motivator for charter school founders, teachers, and families that choose to enroll their students. At the same…

Background: School climate plays a vital role in adolescent development. However, most prior studies have relied on cross-sectional designs and have overlooked the relationship between psychological flexibility and the disciplinary structure of school climate. Guided by authoritative school climate theory, this study explores the longitudinal…

This collection explores key issues related to infant and toddler wellbeing, offering diverse international perspectives on how wellbeing is culturally understood. Scholars from Drawing from Australia, Aotearoa (New Zealand), Brazil, Greece, Norway, Portugal and the UK present local conceptualizations that contribute to a broader, global…

Disciplinary practices play a critical role in shaping students' academic, emotional, and social development. Research shows that use of punitive school disciplinary measures is associated with negative life outcomes, including post-traumatic stress, depression, aggressive behavior, poorer academic performance, and increased school dropout. This…

The transition from kindergarten to the first grade of elementary school is a crucial developmental period that can significantly influence pupils' academic trajectories. This study aimed to examine whether adaptation to the school environment moderates the relationship between skill-specific performance and academic achievement in two core…

The Stitching Urban Vision (SUV)1 method is innovative, facilitating children to co-create a sense of empowerment. SUV© fosters an understanding of negotiation using a shared vision. SUV© sits apart from traditional negotiating methods that often result in delayed, unresolved, and fragmented ideas. Adults often resist reaching collective decisions…

Creativity is a critical skill for problem-solving and innovation, yet its development is influenced by cultural and educational contexts. This study examines pathways to student creativity using data from 15-year-old students in Australia and Thailand who participated in PISA 2022. A structural equation modeling (SEM) approach was employed to…

Student absenteeism profoundly impacts academic achievement, emotional well-being, and social development. The root causes of absenteeism are diverse, encompassing personal struggles, family responsibilities, social pressures, and unengaging or unsupportive school environments. Addressing these challenges requires a multifaceted approach,…

This study explores the experiences and perspectives of eight elementary teachers regarding the play behaviours of deaf children in their classrooms in Mexico City. Through a narrative inquiry design, this research comprehensively explains teachers' insights and observations on social interactions and communication development among deaf children.…

This policy paper examines teacher support for students in mathematics lessons, drawing on data from PISA 2022 and previous cycles. It highlights key trends and explores how school contexts, teacher practices, and student characteristics influence the level of support students receive. Over the past decade (2012-2022), teacher support has declined…