What is cognitive development? Expert Dr Samantha Durrant answers parents' questions around this tricky subject, and how it ...

The integration of AI into educational settings is a rapidly evolving trend with significant implications for learners' critical thinking skills. AI holds considerable promise for enhancing ...

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When OpenAI released “study mode” in July 2025, the company touted ChatGPT’s educational benefits. “When ChatGPT is prompted to teach or tutor, it can significantly improve academic performance,” the ...

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Proficiency in early math skills lays the groundwork for more advanced mathematical abilities, and socioeconomic disparities in these skills are apparent even before children begin formal schooling (e ...

Letting an AI assistant handle the hard parts of thinking feels efficient in the moment, but a growing body of cognitive science research suggests that convenience comes at a measurable cost. When ...

In his 2024 blog on engaging learning titled Attack of the Zombie Learning Theories!, Richard Culatta debunks several myths ...

As the global population ages, understanding the variability in cognitive aging becomes increasingly important. Why do some individuals remain cognitively sharp while others experience significant ...