April 03, 2019

Just because you're practicing an instrument doesn't mean you're learning

April 03, 2019/ Pooja K. Agarwal

Are you learning to play an instrument? "Practice makes perfect," right? There's a catch: Just because you're practicing an instrument, a language, or even CPR resuscitation, it doesn't mean you're learning. What can you do? Use interleaving! Download our interleaving guide and read tips from an orchestra director. Boost learning and mix it up!

March 27, 2019

Chicken, eggs, and Bloom’s Taxonomy: Fact knowledge before higher order learning?

March 27, 2019/ Pooja K. Agarwal

Chances are you're familiar with Bloom's Taxonomy, the famous triangle diagram. But do we have to build students’ fact knowledge before engaging them in higher order learning? Or is it the other way around? According to new research, students can reach the top of Bloom's Taxonomy without starting at the bottom.

March 20, 2019

Download these must-read reports from our collaborators

March 20, 2019/ Pooja K. Agarwal

As you've probably noticed, applications of the science of learning in the classroom are booming right now. That's why we've tracked down the best reports and e-books available – all for educators, all free!

March 13, 2019

Download our free Early Childhood Guide

March 13, 2019/ Pooja K. Agarwal

It's no secret that retrieval practice – thinking back and pulling information out of your head – boosts long-term learning. But do younger children benefit from retrieval practice? YES! Download our free Early Childhood Guide, where we present evidence that retrieval practice improves learning in infants and young children.

March 06, 2019

Got a few minutes between classes? Take a walk down memory lane.

March 06, 2019/ Pooja K. Agarwal

When you run into a student on campus, or walk from one classroom to the next, don't let those few minutes pass you by. Instead, take your students on a walk down memory lane. As always, no prep, no grading. We love it so much, it's a walk in the park!

February 27, 2019

Do you ask yourself, "How can I find time for retrieval practice?" If so, you're asking the wrong question.

February 27, 2019/ Pooja K. Agarwal

Do you sometimes wonder how you'll ever find the time for retrieval practice during your lessons? You're not alone. That being said, you're also asking the wrong question. Read on and learn how to use retrieval practice to save time, not spend it.