About THE NEW YORK LEARNING LAB

Johns Hopkins was founded on the principle that by pursuing big ideas and sharing what we learn, we make the world a better place. The New York Learning Lab (NYLL) strives to do just that for New Yorkers with learning differences.

The NYLL is a Manhattan-based research project under the direction of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Department of Neurology, Division of Cognitive Neurology/Neuropsychology. The focus of the NYLL is to better understand and potentially improve social functioning in neurodiverse adults. We are studying the impact of participation in recreational groups on learning, social engagement, and quality of life. Our working hypothesis is that getting together with peers in a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment may give individuals with disabilities a sense of purpose and lead to an improvement in life satisfaction and other measures that we can clearly demonstrate. We expect to find that when it comes to learning new things, individuals are better together, no matter their age or learning style.

We offer adult education classes on a semester basis and social events throughout the year. We host Tuesday afternoon Basketball Group at an offsite facility on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. Wednesday afternoon Movement Group and Sips & Stories are held at an offsite facility on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Thursday afternoon Art Class as well as Meetups and Special Events throughout the year take place at our downtown location in the Financial District. Friday morning Chat & Chew is held at an offsite facility in East Harlem.

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