If you’ve ever wondered why young people are drawn to experiences that feel risky to adults—sneaking out to see friends, driving too fast, or saying yes to a wild adventure—you’re not alone.

The world is full of things to learn. Where to start? How to choose what to pay attention to? What motivates someone to seek new knowledge? The desire to learn is partly a preference for novelty: we ...

Around the world, many teachers still believe longstanding—but long-debunked—myths about learning and cognition. A study published this month in the journal Trends in Neuroscience and Education finds ...

Adult education classes offer a lifeline for Californians who want to get their high school diploma or GED, acquire training for a career, hone their English skills or study for their citizenship test ...

There’s an incredibly important program that takes place in the back lots of a number of K-12 school sites. Adult Education serves students aged 18 and over in English as a second language (ESL), ...

On a bright, sunny day, a group of first-graders eagerly begins a science investigation called “Shadow Town.” The teacher gathers them in a circle and asks, “What causes shadows?” It’s a good question ...

Learning later in life isn't just possible, it is important for good quality of life. It can boost memory, emotional well-being, and even a sense of purpose. A new study shows that older adults learn ...