137 - Kelsey Lucca: Unpacking the Development of Exploration and Exploitation
Stanford Psychology Podcast
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Children's Exploration Mindset
This chapter examines a study on how children encourage exploration compared to adults, revealing a strong 'explore mindset' in early childhood. It highlights cultural differences in decision-making, notably between children in the U.S. and Turkey, and discusses the implications of these findings on fostering curiosity in young learners. The chapter also reflects on the speaker's journey from language acquisition research to exploring the role of curiosity in early childhood education.
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