Pursuing education later in life

Flea In a Jar

Flea In a Jar

Age isn't a barrier to learning. Many succeed academically well into adulthood once they ignore the "I’m too old" belief.

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Bannister Effect

Bannister Effect

Pursuing higher education: Seeing friends or co-workers complete degrees or certifications, especially later in life, can break your own mental barrier toward returning to school.
10-10-10 Rule

10-10-10 Rule

Education Choices: When choosing courses or pursuing further education, consider the short-term sacrifices, the skills you'll gain in the medium term, and the long-term benefits for your career and personal development.
Hilbert's Paradox of the Grand Hotel

Hilbert's Paradox of the Grand Hotel

Education and learning: (Topic: Deep understanding of infinity and its types) Valuing the pursuit of knowledge as a lifelong and infinite endeavor.
Erikson's stages of Development

Erikson's stages of Development

Life Transitions: Recognizing the challenges of different life stages can help individuals cope with major life changes.
Bandwagon Effect

Bandwagon Effect

Educational choices: Knowing the bandwagon effect can help you make more informed decisions about your education or your child's education, focusing on individual interests and goals rather than popular trends.
Checker Shadow Illusion

Checker Shadow Illusion

Teaching Visual Arts: Incorporating lessons on color perception and the influence of context in art education.
Asch Experiment

Asch Experiment

Education: Encouraging independent thought and open discussion in the classroom.
Correlation-Causation Fallacy

Correlation-Causation Fallacy

Educational choices: Understanding the correlation-causation fallacy can help you make more informed decisions about your education or your children's education, without assuming that a correlation between certain variables guarantees specific outcomes.
Pain vs Boredom Experiment

Pain vs Boredom Experiment

Work-Life Balance: Engaging in fulfilling activities outside of work to minimize boredom-induced stress.
Ikigai

Ikigai

Community involvement: Recognizing your Ikigai can help you engage in community initiatives or projects that align with your passions and values, leading to a more meaningful and fulfilling life.