Typing v. Writing: Going Old School Might Be Better For Learning
When it comes to note-taking, students who do it the old-fashioned way might be better off.
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When it comes to note-taking, students who do it the old-fashioned way might be better off.
Pennsylvania law requires elementary and secondary schools to hold 180 days of classes. Many districts are struggling to fit them in after being closed for so many snow days.
Villanova says classes will resume on Monday, Feb. 10.
According to Rosemont's website, the college will be closed on Thursday, February 6th and Friday, February 7th.
Cold, wet weather can be tough for parents trying to entertain their kids at home.
The state senate approved the nominations of City Councilman Bill Green to be SRC chair, and Farah Jimenez to be an SRC member.
Republican Gov. Tom Corbett is lauding the turnaround of Pennsylvania's economy during the four years he was in office.
The $4,000-a-year grants will be available for students who agree not to work more than 10 hours a week in off-campus jobs.
And what happens if there is still more snow?
Philadelphia's only Jesuit elementary school has put out the welcome mat for the Pope, if he visits for the World Meeting of Families - a big Catholic event - to be held in Philadelphia in September, 2015.
A La Salle junior will spend this weekend in Lincoln, Nebraska at a convention specifically for female math majors.
Students at the Philadelphia High School for Creative & Performing Arts are singing praises to the donors who are helping make this years performance possible.
A $10,000 grant from Philadelphia philanthropist and radio industry icon Kal Rudman and his wife, Lucille, means lots of new equipment for the student-operated FM radio station in Havertown, Pa.
The plan from the Philadelphia Democrats would generate $300 million for schools statewide, including $90 million more for Philadelphia.
Cyber-charters do have some physical locations, and students at the Achievement House cyber-charter resource center in Chester, Pa. viewed a virtual rally on their laptops.
A Main Line school gymnasium was packed with hundreds of people wanting to hear from M. Night Shyamalan talk about his book and his theories about closing the education gap between rich and poor communities.
New research out of Harvard reveals not calling schools off for a snow day might be more detrimental to students than canceling school for the weather.
Part of a bill pending in the Pennsylvania senate would give universities the authority to approve new charter schools. But one non-profit says there's no evidence that would improve student performance.
Each team, represented by their coach and two players, had 15 minutes to state their cases, how they were affected and why their team should stay, speaking directly to School President Neil Theobald, Athletic Director Kevin Clark and Board of Trustees members.
Hamlet and Olesia Garcia were charged with theft of services for sending their daughter to school a mile away, in Lower Moreland, Pa. If convicted, the Garcias could have faced up to seven years behind bars.
Librarians in town for a national conference joined Philadelphia public school parents, students and staff, yesterday, to call attention to the lack of libraries in district schools.
School officials say it will be a chance to "exchange viewpoints" during these meetings, as members of the teams try to get more answers and keep their programs alive.
State representative Brendan Boyle (D-Phila.) says a mandatory Holocaust curriculum is needed because of the growing notion that the Holocaust was a hoax.
Chester High School will open two hours late Monday because of issues to the school's heating system.
The African American Children's Book Fair, which offers thousands of unique books all in one place, is a week away.
Owen Tippett had his second career hat trick and the Philadelphia Flyers defeat the Colorado Avalanche Friday night.
It will be dangerously cold Saturday, with extreme cold advisories and warnings in effect across the region.
There are some key items you'll need to keep in the car in case you have to travel into the snowstorm this weekend.
Sianni Wynn won her first national championship when she was 6. Now a senior at Pennsauken High School, she keeps on winning.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency as weather forecasts project a major snowstorm this weekend.
It will be dangerously cold overnight into Saturday, with extreme cold advisories and warnings in effect across the region.
A series of informational signs about slavery was removed Thursday from the President's House historic site in Philadelphia.
Owen Tippett had his second career hat trick and the Philadelphia Flyers defeat the Colorado Avalanche Friday night.
There are some key items you'll need to keep in the car in case you have to travel into the snowstorm this weekend.
Sianni Wynn won her first national championship when she was 6. Now a senior at Pennsauken High School, she keeps on winning.
There are some key items you'll need to keep in the car in case you have to travel into the snowstorm this weekend.
Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church is hosting its second annual conference to raise awareness of human trafficking in Philadelphia.
With snow and possible sleet and wintry mix headed to the Philadelphia region this weekend, here's how the city is preparing.
A series of informational signs about slavery was removed Thursday from the President's House historical site in Philadelphia.
Four-year-old Jackson Roberts isn't able to smile on his own because of a condition called Moebius syndrome.
Sianni Wynn won her first national championship when she was 6. Now a senior at Pennsauken High School, she keeps on winning.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency as weather forecasts project a major snowstorm this weekend.
People filled the New Jersey State House rotunda to pay their respects to former Gov. Richard Codey.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
Attorneys representing five children ages 4 and 5 allege the kids were physically abused by a Malvern School pre-K teacher.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
A major winter storm is headed to the Philadelphia region, forecast to bring at least 6 inches to the area. Here's what to know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
Four-year-old Jackson Roberts isn't able to smile on his own because of a condition called Moebius syndrome.
Penn Medicine has a new way to reduce hospital noise, as monitors and alarms can be stressful for patients, especially premature babies.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
Owen Tippett had his second career hat trick and the Philadelphia Flyers defeat the Colorado Avalanche Friday night.
Sianni Wynn won her first national championship when she was 6. Now a senior at Pennsauken High School, she keeps on winning.
Kevin Johnson died from "blunt head trauma and stab wounds" at a homeless encampment, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said.
Tyrese Maxey scored six of his 36 points in overtime, Joel Embiid had 32 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists and the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Houston Rockets 128-122.
Parker was previously the secondary coach for the Philadelphia Eagles.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
It will be dangerously cold overnight into Saturday, with extreme cold advisories and warnings in effect across the Philadelphia region. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
If you have stopped by any supermarket or hardware store recently, you likely have been met with long lines and some sparse shelves. Many people are flocking to stores to stock up for Sunday's snowstorm. Ryan Hughes reports.
While many people could choose to hunker down at home, there are some who may have no choice but to be out in the storm. And if that’s the case, there’s some key items you’ll need in the car in case of an emergency. Ray Strickland reports.
While many people could choose to hunker down at home, there are some who may have no choice but to be out in the storm. And if that’s the case, there’s some key items you’ll need in the car in case of an emergency. Ray Strickland reports.
Sianni Wynn won her first national championship when she was 6. Now a senior at Pennsauken High School, she keeps on winning. CBS News Philadelphia's Krystle Rich reports.