Research
Want to Become a Better Learner? Science-Backed Study Techniques You Need to Know
Improving learning isn’t just about working harder; it’s about working ...
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What Works May Hurt: A Critical Review of Side Effects in Education
Yong Zhao’s article, What works may hurt: Side effects in ...
Review of “Maybe They’re Born With It, or Maybe It’s Experience: Toward a Deeper Understanding of the Learning Style Myth”
In their study, Maybe They’re Born With It, or Maybe ...
The Marshmallow Test Revisited: What It Really Tells Us About Success
For decades, the “marshmallow test” has been a symbol of ...
Artificial Intelligence
Humanity’s Superpower: Cumulative Cultural Intelligence, Not Just Long-Term Memory
Inspired and copied from: What is cumulative cultural evolution? Alex Mesoudi and Alex Thornton When we think about what makes humans unique, ...
Artificial Intelligence and Human Learning: A Dynamic Perspective
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has risen as both a marvel of technological advancement and a mirror reflecting the complexities of ...
The Credentialism Dilemma in Global Education: Exploiting vs. Exploring
In today's educational landscape, the focus on credentials and standardized testing to gain access to top institutions has become a deeply ingrained ...
The Myth of Cognitive Intelligence and the Power of Cumulative Cultural Intelligence
Human intelligence is often portrayed as something that resides within the brain—a product of individual cognition, separate from external influences. This view, ...
Cognitive Science
The Myth of Cognitive Intelligence and the Power of Cumulative Cultural Intelligence
We are obsessed with the brain. For over a century, ...
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Understanding the Side Effects of Education: Lessons from Yong Zhao’s What Works Can Hurt
When you take an ibuprofen, the bottle clearly warns of ...
Artificial Intelligence and Human Learning: A Dynamic Perspective
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has risen as both ...
Embracing Growth: The Power of a Growth Mindset Over a Fixed Mindset
In the journey of personal and professional development, the way ...
The “Proxy” Trap: Why Measuring the Mind Might Be Changing the Student
We often think of cognitive science as a flashlight, illuminating ...
Learning & Education Thinkers
Exploring the Legacy of Lee J. Cronbach: A Pioneer in Educational Psychology and Measurement
Lee J. Cronbach, born in 1916, stands as one of ...
Education Thinker: Linda Darling-Hammond
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, few figures have had ...
Desiderius Erasmus: Insights on Learning and Education in 10 Points
Desiderius Erasmus, often referred to as the "Prince of Humanists," ...
10 Insights from Robert Morant on Learning and Education
Robert Morant, a pivotal figure in shaping modern education systems, ...
10 Key Insights from Paul H. Hirst on Learning and Education
Paul H. Hirst, a towering figure in the philosophy of ...
10 Timeless Insights on Learning and Education from Alfred North Whitehead
Alfred North Whitehead, a renowned mathematician, philosopher, and educational thinker, ...
Learning Techniques/Methods
4E Cognition: Embodied, Embedded, Enactive, Extended
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How Computationally inspired Cognitive Science damaged Ecologically Grounded Education
For decades, computational cognitive science has dominated educational theory and practice, framing cognition as an internal, computational process that takes ...
Possessive individualism in entrepreneurship: A convenient lie
I was watching a Rugby Try and thought about the player who did the Try. The player who did the ...
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Exaptive Intelligence and Modern Education: A 4E Cognition Perspective
In a rapidly evolving world, intelligence is not just about acquiring knowledge but also about adapting and repurposing tools and ...
Attuning to Action Affordances: Learning and Finding Through 4E Cognition
Action affordances are the possibilities for action offered by an environment to an agent. They arise not merely as static ...
“Interpretations of embodied cognition” By Shaun Gallagher
The concept of embodied cognition is not a settled one and has different interpretations and approaches among theorists. These range ...
Exaptive Intelligence and Modern Education: Overcoming the Lack of Tool Intelligence
In the rapidly evolving landscape of modern education, one of the critical gaps is the lack of tool intelligence—an inability ...
Learning, Education, and Artificial Intelligence: The Evolving Role of Affordances
In the realm of learning and education, a powerful concept from cognitive science and philosophy offers new insights into the ...
Applying 4E Cognition to Learning and Education
In the world of learning and education, we are witnessing a transformative shift in how we understand and facilitate cognitive ...
Learning and Design
Design Crushes Willpower: The Power of Learning Design in Education
In the context of learning and education, the notion that "design crushes willpower" can significantly reshape how we approach student engagement, habit formation, and ...
Why Aren’t We Applying Sports Coaching insights in Other Domains?
Sports science/coaching, with its rich understanding of human performance, teamwork, and adaptability, holds untapped potential for transforming other fields. Its principles are not just ...
Leveraging the IKEA Effect and the Endowment Effect in Learning and Education
In the realm of cognitive biases, the IKEA effect and the endowment effect stand out for their relevance to how we perceive value. These ...
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Learning Design and the “Default” Principle: How to Make Learning Easy
In the realm of behavioral economics, the "default" principle is a powerful tool. It states that individuals tend to stick with pre-selected options, as ...
Behavioral Economics and Learning (Levitt et al. 2016)
Behavioral economics, a field blending insights from psychology and economics, offers profound tools for enhancing workplace learning and development (L&D). By understanding how humans ...
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Leveraging the EAST Framework for Human Learning and Education
Behavioral science offers powerful insights into how we can design effective learning environments and strategies. The EAST Framework, developed by the UK’s Behavioral Insights ...
