Some tutoring centers are using an untraditional approach to assist students; instead of teaching them about a particular subject, they’re focusing on improving young people’s cognitive skills.

Some tutoring centers are using an untraditional approach to assist students; instead of teaching them about a particular subject, they’re focusing on improving young people’s cognitive skills. They aim to make students smarter and help them study better amidst distractions, yet research shows mixed results in regards to the effectiveness of this strategy. (NY Times)