Adult Learning
Accumulated knowledge can help older adults compensate for declines in processing speed and memory capacity. Adult learning relies strongly on focus, relevance, and cognitive control. Learning is easier when material connects to everyday l…
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Accumulated knowledge can help older adults compensate for declines in processing speed and memory capacity. Adult learning relies strongly on focus, relevance, and cognitive control. Learning is easier when material connects to everyday life or meaningful goals. Cognitive control is driven by the frontal lobes and directs attention toward relevant information.