The classic labels of introvert and extrovert have long been used to explain why some people thrive off of social interaction and why some people prefer solitude. While neither one is “better” than ...

Over the years, when people have asked if I’m an introvert or an extrovert, I haven’t known what to say because I don’t identify fully with either personality type. It turns out I’m hardly alone. It’s ...

Introversion isn't a one-size-fits-all personality trait, and chances are, you don't fit the stereotype you've been given.

Middle school English teacher Brett Vogelsinger wasn’t always attuned to the needs of introverts. As an extrovert himself, he found it easy to raise his hand and be vocal in school. So when he became ...

Business has a habit of assigning privilege to "extrovert" traits, like being assertive, talkative and highly social. And that's not right. In fact, the misconception persists that extroverts make ...

It’s not about whether introverts or extroverts make better leaders. It’s about recognizing the value that both bring to the table and understanding that leadership is most effective when it embraces ...

KQED's Mindshift podcast visits a language arts classroom where an extroverted teacher has developed creative ways of inviting introverted students to share their thinking. When students head back to ...

When students head back to school this month, many will be in classes where speaking up counts toward their grades and where collaboration is highly valued. Student-led discussions and team projects ...