On October 1st, the announcement rings out: “It’s time to master those multiplication facts, everyone!” The goal? Memorize them all by Thanksgiving and never forget. But reality teaches us otherwise.

Gamification is everywhere. From rewards programs to fitness apps, adding a game layer on top of the real world has blown up thanks to the power of mobile devices. In the workplace, the drive to ...

Investopedia contributors come from a range of backgrounds, and over 25 years there have been thousands of expert writers and editors who have contributed. Erika Rasure is globally-recognized as a ...