Why we learn best through play, with Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, PhD

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Why we complain and how to do it better, with Robin Kowalski, PhD

Whether it’s grumbling about a boss, the weather, or a spouse’s most annoying habit, we all complain. Robin Kowalski, PhD, of Clemson University, discusses why we complain; the difference between venting and complaining to get results; how to complain in a way that doesn’t wear p ...  Show more

Beyond screen time: What makes educational technology effective, with Nicole Barnes, PhD

Digital tools now help teach students everything from spelling to math to science -- but flashy features don’t always translate to learning. Nicole Barnes, PhD, executive lead psychologist for education at the American Psychological Association and lead author of a new report on ...  Show more

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