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Young vs Old: Who Are Better Learners?
Most of us have heard the saying, “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” Is there any merit to this saying, or is it merely an old wives’ tale? Research suggests that it holds some merit. A child’s cognitive ability and knowledge could make them more successful learners than older individuals because they are more likely to think abstractly and be less biased by previous knowledge.
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Young vs Old: Who Are Better Learners?
Most of us have heard the saying, “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” Is there any merit to this saying, or is it merely an old wives’ tale? Research suggests that it holds some merit. A child’s cognitive ability and knowledge could make them more successful learners than older individuals because they are more likely to think abstractly and be less biased by previous knowledge.
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