Effective learning isn't just about finding the easiest path—it's about the right kind of challenge. Two prominent theories—Desirable Difficulties (DDF) and Cognitive Load Theory (CLT)—offer valuable ...

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, it is important to understand how students think and learn so as to be able to teach effectively. Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist, profoundly impacted ...

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 ...

Cognitive overload may be a familiar feeling for those on a busy clinical team: a learner toggles between the medical record, phone calls and a differential diagnosis while the attending physician ...

There is a disconnect between what we think happens when we make a decision and what actually happens in the brain during that process, suggests Indiana University Professor of Psychological and Brain ...