Modern classrooms are filled with the language of cognitive science. We talk about student engagement, working memory, attention, mindset, and cognitive load as if we can observe these things directly ...

For example, Edwards-Groves (2012) points out that “[i]n contemporary educational media ‘explicit teaching’ has been ...

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 ...

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps change negative thought patterns to improve mood and behavior. CBT can treat anxiety ...

Keep your brain sharp — it’s the most important tool you have to stave off mental decline. Studies also suggest that speaking another language can do more than impress your date when you’re ordering ...

Human growth hormone is important in many aspects of growth and development. For children living with growth hormone deficiency, it can involve more than just physical growth differences. Cognitive ...