When discussing learning transfer—the ability to apply previous knowledge, skills, and strategies to new contexts or situations—we should also be mindful of our learners’ cognitive load. Cognitive ...

If teaching were like following a recipe, it would be a much easier job. Unlike the reliable and straightforward process of baking a batch of chocolate chip cookies, practices that work in a morning ...

Experts recommend engaging in lifelong learning and cognitive activities to promote brain health and potentially reduce dementia risk. Activities like reading, puzzles, and physical exercise are key.

Creating procedures around daily classroom activities reduces the mental burden for students, leaving more brain space for ...

Research suggests that observing others' decision-making can teach people to make better decisions themselves. The research tested the effectiveness of a new debiasing training strategy and reports ...

As AI tools become increasingly embedded in K-12 education, they offer personalized learning, real-time feedback, and access to information at unprecedented speed. However, alongside these benefits ...

It’s true that the brain slows down as we age, but that’s normal—and all of us can practice some simple strategies to compensate for it.