Almost all teachers believe persistent myths about learning, a new survey finds. More than three-fourths of teachers think that people are either right-brained (creative) or left-brained (analytical), ...

This collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3: Good Health and Well Being and SDG 4: Quality Education. Traditionally, research on learning environments has focused on home and ...

Chatbots can facilitate ‘cognitive offloading,’ or taking shortcuts when learning. But emerging research on AI and cognitive science shows that learning is like a workout.

Movement Matters edited by Sheila L. Macrine and Jennifer M.B. Fugate (on sale April 19, 2022 from the MIT Press) examines why today's complex problems demand a radically new way of thinking—one in ...

Learning another language is a highly complex mental activity. It requires people to remember words, distinguish unfamiliar ...

When it comes to language learning, an old adage rings true: a picture is worth a thousand words. There is growing evidence that the arts—be it a picture, drama, song, or dance—may help children with ...

The third workshop panel showcased cutting-edge work on the science of perception and cognition as it applies to the way individuals make sense of information. Moderator Barbara Dosher, University of ...

The brain, like all areas of the body, eventually begins to decline. Your strength and stamina may peak when you are in your 20s, but regular exercise can keep you in great physical condition into ...

That’s why, for many people, getting enough sleep isn’t a luxury. Getting enough sleep is a competitive advantage. But you can also go one step further. According to a study just published in Sleep, ...

Share on Pinterest A new study explored how transcranial random noise stimulation (tRNS) can enhance perception and boost neuroplasticity. Paulien Tabak/EyeEm/Getty Images Most people seek out a quiet ...