Education When Grading Papers, Red Ink May Mean Lower Scores New research suggests the use of red ink by teachers to correct students’ work may result in harsher evaluations. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Unconscious Bias Amplifies Anti-Obama Rhetoric New research finds unconscious racial bias makes anti-Obama rhetoric seem more persuasive. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Cleanliness is Next to Self-Righteousness Hand washing may help us emotionally disconnect from past decisions. But it may also increase feelings of moral superiority. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice In Baseball, Younger Siblings Steal More Bases Evolutionary theory suggests younger siblings take more risks. New research finds that is true — at least on the baseball diamond. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Compassion: The New Wonder Drug New research suggests compassion helps buffer women against the physical consequences of emotional stress. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice The Sociology of Avatar, The X Files and The Simpsons Scouring "Avatar," "The X Files" and, yes, even "The Simpsons" for sociological subtext. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Racists Believe They Are Well Within the Norm New research from Australia finds racists mistakenly tend to believe they’re less prejudiced than their neighbors. Tom Jacobs
Education Motivating Students Via Mental Time Travel How do you get kids to do their homework? Help them shape a positive but realistic image of themselves as successful adults. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice The Healing Power of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial New research finds visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial helps vets suffering from PTSD. But a single visit isn’t enough. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Chief Wahoo’s Revenge: One Stereotype Begets Another New research finds exposure to Native American mascots increases one’s tendency to stereotype a different ethnic group. Tom Jacobs