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 ...

Theoretical physicists use machine-learning algorithms to speed up difficult calculations and eliminate untenable theories—but could they transform what it means to make discoveries? Theoretical ...

Learning is a complicated process. No one knows that better than those who teach. But our system functions in ways that run counter to what years of study about learning have revealed to us. Learning ...

American Educational Research Journal (AERJ) has as its purpose to publish original empirical and theoretical studies and analyses in education. The editors seek to publish articles from a wide ...

Educational technology isn’t new, but meaningfully integrating tech in a modern learning environment can be a significant challenge for educators today. In the 21st century, it can feel like advanced ...