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The science behind microlearning: is less really more?
Duolingo streaks, TikTok explainers, five-minute hacks: are these tiny lessons genuine learning or just feel-good trivia? Science has a surprising…
Sep 17
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Javier Santana
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You should make mistakes on purpose according to new research
A new study has confirmed the "derring effect": making mistakes on purpose (and fixing them) can supercharge learning. It’s messy, uncomfortable but…
Jul 2
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Javier Santana
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No pain, no brain: the learning science of desirable difficulties
Effortless learning isn't learning. Real expertise needs the right kind of struggle: what cognitive scientists call “desirable difficulties.” Learn how…
Jun 6
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Javier Santana
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The myth of learning styles: you're not a visual learner, Susan
Are you a visual learner? Or an auditory one? The idea of learning styles is popular, but there's no science behind it.
May 28
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Javier Santana
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Interleaving: the case against learning in order
Interleaving topics while you study is proven to make your learning more efficient, because it prepares you for the unpredictability of real life.
May 20
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Javier Santana
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