Tom Woodward for The Texas Tribune

Harvard University researchers have uncovered simple way to improve student achievement: surveys. A recent study shows that when students and teachers take a brief survey about their lives and personal interests, they are more likely to discover similarities that strengthen their relationship. The improved rapport leads to increased engagement and learning, which leads to better grades and students success. (Huffington Post)

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Eleanor Dearman is a former reporting fellow. She majored in journalism at the University of Texas at Austin. She has also interned for the San Antonio Express-News in its Austin bureau covering Texas...