In this podcast episode, Dr. Kelsey Lucca, an assistant professor at Arizona State University, explores her research on cognitive development, particularly the "explore vs. exploit" dilemma in both children and adults. Through innovative studies and experiments conducted in-person and online, she reveals that children have a strong instinct to explore and often encourage exploration in others, shaped by their parents' behaviors. The conversation covers cross-cultural differences, the roles of attention and boredom in exploration, and how to cultivate a curiosity-driven mindset in educational environments. Dr. Lucca also shares her personal journey in this field, highlighting the importance of nurturing exploration during early childhood development.
