Making Learning Theory Work in Practice
Apply learning science: Spaced repetition at increasing intervals, retrieval practice testing yourself before reviewing, interleaving topics, elaboration.
February 2026
January 2026
How Learning Actually Works According to Science
Understand the science of learning—how memory forms, what makes learning stick, and why most study techniques fail based on cognitive research.
December 2025
Learning Science Terms Explained Clearly
Understand key learning science terminology with clear definitions that cut through academic jargon and make concepts actionable.
Learning Myths That Refuse to Die
Debunk persistent learning myths—learning styles, 10% brain use, left-brain/right-brain—that waste time and undermine effective learning.
Why Most Learning Fails
Identify the common reasons learning fails—from illusions of mastery to passive consumption—and how to avoid these traps.
October 2025
Applying Cognitive Load Theory to Learning
Use cognitive load theory to design better learning experiences, study methods, and instructional materials that respect working memory limits.
How Learning Science Works Explained Simply
Discover how learning actually works—from memory formation to skill acquisition, understanding evidence-based learning principles.
Learning Culture Explained
Understand learning culture—how organizations and societies value continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and intellectual growth.
September 2025
Learning by Doing vs Studying
Doing provides immediate feedback and builds skill through practice. Studying gives systematic foundational knowledge efficiently.
Learning Effectiveness Checklist
Test yourself frequently. Space reviews over time. Interleave topics rather than blocking. Elaborate by connecting new to existing knowledge.
Learning Systems That Actually Worked
Successful learning systems: Duolingo combines gamification with spaced repetition. Khan Academy uses mastery-based progression preventing early advancement.
July 2025
Testing Culture Explained
Testing drives curriculum and teaching methods. Benefits include accountability and standards. Costs include teaching to tests and narrowed learning focus.
Teaching vs Understanding
Teaching delivers information through lectures. Understanding requires active processing, connecting concepts, testing knowledge, applying practically.
Standardization vs Creativity
Standardization brings efficiency and scalability. Creativity brings novelty and individuality. Education struggles to balance both imperatives.
Knowledge Transfer Problems
Knowledge is context-dependent. What works in situation A fails in B. Experts struggle to teach tacit knowledge. Transfer requires deliberate abstraction.
Education vs Learning Explained
Education is structured, credential-focused, and standardized. Learning is active, self-directed, need-driven, and outcome-focused without formal structure.
Credentialism Explained
Credentialism: over-reliance on formal credentials as proxy for competence. Bachelor's degrees now required for jobs once needing only high school skills.