While novelty stimulates the brain, assimilating unfamiliar information is a real challenge, particularly when preparing for school and university exams. How then can we create associations of ideas to anchor learning over time? When preparing for exams, it can sometimes feel impossible to cram all the information you need into your brain. But there are […] … learn more→

Social companion robots are no longer just science fiction. In classrooms, libraries and homes, these small machines are designed to read stories, play games or offer comfort to children. They promise to support learning and companionship, yet their role in family life often extends beyond their original purpose. In our recent study of families in Canada […] … learn more→

The fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a speaking engagement at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025, has drawn widespread condemnation and renewed attention to the climate of political violence in the United States. To many, Kirk was not just another partisan commentator. He was one of the most visible leaders of the young conservative […] … learn more→

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how students write essays, practise languages and complete assignments. Teachers are also experimenting with AI for lesson planning, grading and feedback. The pace is so fast that schools, universities and policymakers are struggling to keep up. What often gets overlooked in this rush is a basic question: how are students and […] … learn more→

Alexithymia refers to major difficulties in identifying, processing, and expressing emotions. Studied for several decades in various fields of psychology, this personality trait remains little known to the general public. A better understanding of it would help to include those affected in society. Emotions are part of us and influence us while shaping our relationships […] … learn more→

When OpenAI released “study mode” in July 2025, the company touted ChatGPT’s educational benefits. “When ChatGPT is prompted to teach or tutor, it can significantly improve academic performance,” the company’s vice president of education told reporters at the product’s launch. But any dedicated teacher would be right to wonder: Is this just marketing, or does scholarly research […] … learn more→

Today, technology has changed many aspects of our lives, from what we do every day to how we learn at school. Even physical education is changing thanks to new tools that blend the physical with the digital. According to our recent research , virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality can help students feel more motivated. They […] … learn more→

How can generative AI be integrated into education responsibly and effectively, while taking into account the needs of students? This is a challenge facing higher education institutions, given that AI not only impacts work habits but also self-esteem. Generative artificial intelligence tools are disrupting education at breakneck speed. By 2025, 74% of 18- to 24-year-olds in […] … learn more→

Attempts at communicating what generative artificial intelligence (AI) is and what it does have produced a range of metaphors and analogies. From a “black box” to “autocomplete on steroids”, a “parrot”, and even a pair of “sneakers”, the goal is to make the understanding of a complex piece of technology accessible by grounding it in […] … learn more→

Do you want to know how drones are being used in urban planning? Everyone in urban planning wants better, more precise data for smarter infrastructure and city development decisions. After all, improved mapping directly leads to: Better allocation of resources More efficient city building However… Mapping cities hasn’t changed all that much since the days […] … learn more→