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 ...

Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) explains how learning is influenced by the limited capacity of working memory. By understanding and managing different types of cognitive load, faculty can design more ...

It should be understood that I have emphasized the importance of Piaget’s cognitive developmental stages in a child’s intellectual progression for one simple reason: its four-stage progress and its ...

People like to take the path of least resistance when it comes to cognitive effort -- a common assumption in cognitive psychology. Researchers have now come to a different conclusion: once people ...

Maintaining good cognitive health at any age requires a combination of accessible, motivating and stimulating interventions.

This narrative review examines the integration of psychological theories within the design of artificial intelligence (AI), ...

UL’s Dr Jason Power discusses how self-efficacy and teaching formats influence how students think and behave in STEM education. Dr Jason Power is an associate professor in the School of Education at ...