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Is Learning a Skill or a Talent? What Science Really Says

Is learning a skill or a talent? You’ve probably asked this after watching someone master an instrument quickly, solve complex math problems effortlessly, or speak confidently without notes. It’s easy to assume: “They’re just naturally talented.” But research in psychology, neuroscience, and education suggests a more nuanced answer. Understanding whether learning is a skill, a…

Illustration comparing natural talent and developed skill, showing two individuals practicing piano to explain whether learning is a skill or talent.