The Learning Brain: How AI is Changing the Science of Learning and Memory
How do we learn? For centuries, this was a question for philosophers and psychologists. Today, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is providing a powerful new set of tools to study this fundamental human process scientifically. AI can both simulate human learning and analyze vast amounts of learning data to uncover what truly works, helping us understand the very nature of memory, attention, and knowledge acquisition.
In 2025, the pressure to constantly learn new skills, both in education and in business in the Netherlands, is enormous. Understanding the science behind effective learning is therefore no longer just an academic pursuit, but a practical necessity.
Personalizing the Learning Process
AI is a master at turning standardized education into a personalized journey. Adaptive learning platforms, powered by AI, don't just teach facts; they learn how you learn. They can detect if you are struggling with a concept and offer a different explanation, or speed up if you are…