Chess in Schools: Comprehending Risk

The video discusses a study on the impact of chess lessons on children in rural Bangladesh. Using a randomized trial, the study found that chess training reduced risk aversion among children. The video explains how chess strategies, such as avoiding early checkmates and understanding sacrifice, help children conceptualize risk differently. This approach provides insights into teaching risk, a concept not easily covered in traditional school subjects.

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