When a crowd gets something right, like guessing how many beans are in a jar, forecasting an election, or solving a difficult ...

Nonprofit organizations are using online tools to get many people to work together to create social change. Jennifer Ford Reedy, the Minnesota Community Foundation’s vice president of strategy and ...

To solve tough problems at work, first ask these questions. Problem solving skills are invaluable in any job. But all too often, we jump to find solutions to a problem without taking time to really ...

Imagine Jo: Everyone in Jo's life recognizes her as an outstanding problem solver. She's the type of person who seems capable of almost anything. Jo excels at intuitive problem-solving. Over her life, ...

From self-driving cars to virtual assistants, AI has already significantly impacted our daily lives. Perhaps AI’s biggest potential lies in its ability to tackle some of the world’s most pressing ...

Imagine that your focused mind is like your right hand, and your unfocused mind is like your left. You'll get more done by using both. And it lightens cognitive load. Using only focused effort is like ...

While puzzles are often seen as solitary activities, International Puzzle Day shines a light on their powerful social side.

Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington provides funding as a member of The Conversation NZ. Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington provides funding as a member of The ...