“Systems thinking skills are critical for developing a sense of agency” Leyla Acaroglu discusses why both learners and their teachers need to develop a different skillset to transform our future Interview by Aisha Schnellmann / January 16, 2020
What AI researchers can learn from children’s learning Intrinsic motivation as a key ingredient in human and artificial intelligence by Catherine Hartley / November 25, 2019
“A machine should be like a personal trainer for learners” Edy Portmann explains why it is important for schools to reinforce the scientist that lies within every child Interview by Sabine Gysi / November 13, 2019
Does curiosity drive learning? Students who believe they’re on the verge of understanding may be more eager to learn by Dwyer Gunn / July 19, 2019
Play is not frivolous Play drives learning by helping children develop the crucial physical capacities and social-emotional skills needed to thrive at school by Aisha Schnellmann / July 9, 2019
From “philosopher” to “negotiator” – these parental roles help kids thrive Harvard economist Ron Ferguson explains the different approaches used by parents of highly successful children Interview by Jack Graham / February 27, 2019
“Curiosity and openness matter more than diligence and perseverance” Margherita Malanchini explains why curiosity, creativity, and self-confidence are crucial for a child’s success in reading and math Interview by Sabine Gysi / January 25, 2019
“How can we be lifelong learners if learning happens only at school?” Lasse Leponiemi on the importance of self-determined, lifelong learning in the 21st century, and innovations that help achieve that goal Interview by Sabine Gysi / November 5, 2018
Curiosity: a magic wand for learning? Interest doesn’t always translate into effort by Martijn Meeter / October 26, 2018
Why aren’t students curious in the classroom? Teachers should promote curiosity for more engagement and productive learning by Jamie Jirout / October 3, 2018
“Just being around peers seems to encourage curiosity” How does curiosity develop in children, and what role does it play in learning? Are the effects of discouraging curiosity reversible? Interview by Sabine Gysi / December 15, 2017
Attentive learners’ brains are on the same wavelength Why social dynamics in the classroom matter for learning Interview by Sabine Gysi / December 8, 2017
