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Learning doesn't have to become less creative as children grow older. In fact, hands-on experiences can be more valuable than ever during the high school years. When we think about hands-on learning, we often picture younger children building towers, painting pictures, or experimenting with simple science activities. But why should those experiences stop when learners reach high school? As academic subjects become more complex, it's easy for education to become increasingly f

Why recent changes at Outschool have us asking important questions about educational freedom, parental choice, and the future of our learning community. At Wild & Unstructured Learning, we’ve always believed that education doesn’t have to fit inside a traditional classroom to be meaningful, rigorous, or successful. We believe children learn best when they’re engaged, encouraged to ask questions, and given opportunities to explore the world around them. We believe teachers bri

If your child comes home exhausted, overwhelmed, or unable to explain what they learned—even after a full day of instruction—you may be surprised to learn that you aren’t alone. Many students aren’t struggling because the material is too hard. They’re struggling because there’s simply too much of it, all at once. This is where the idea of cognitive load becomes essential. Cognitive Load Theory, developed by educational psychologist John Sweller, explains that working memory h

When people hear “online classes,” they might picture kids sitting quietly in front of a screen, bored, feeling alone just watching someone talk. That’s not what happens at Wild & Unstructured Learning