Observing the success of a colleague can motivate us to learn more and perform at a higher level. But when we perceive that a peer's accomplishment has risen above the usual standard of "good work" ...

Researchers from MIT have identified a brain circuit that may explain why, as people age, they tend to lose motivation to learn new things. Striosomes are cells that are located in the striatum part ...

Doing well in school isn’t just about being able to read dense books and solve complex math problems. There are other, less tangible qualities that help students succeed, like having the courage to ...

Finding effective ways to stay motivated at work can significantly enhance one’s productivity. Some professionals intentionally procrastinate, as they rely on the pressure of needing to hit a deadline ...

Student motivation is a challenge to teachers, especially during this time of the year. Here, two educators share their ideas on how we can encourage it to grow ... Whitney Emke, the associate ...

As a child, we are fascinated with the world. As a child, we are naturally curious about our environment. We want to touch, push, pull and poke things that are within our reach. All of our senses are ...

Legendary coach Lou Holtz offers a simple yet powerful formula for success: ability, motivation, and attitude. He emphasizes ...

Neuroscientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) published a study in Cell on October 27 identified the cause of the declining motivation to learn among elderly. MIT Institute ...

On a recent morning, I had the chance to read poems my ninth-grade English students had written about encounters with racism. I was struck by the beauty and poignance of many of their lines. Yet I ...

When adults take a step back and encourage children to play independently, children learn that they are not helpless. They learn that they are not just little people to whom the world happens.

The concept of intelligence has long captivated scientists and philosophers alike. While IQ tests have historically served as a primary measure, neuroscientists are increasingly recognizing a more ...