Learning Science

August 2026

• Aug 13, 2026ConceptsInterleaving Practice ExplainedInterleaving mixes different problems instead of drilling one at a time. Learn why this harder feeling method builds more durable, transferable learning.6 MIN1.1k

June 2026

• Jun 22, 2026ConceptsThe Spacing Effect: Why Cramming Fails and Spaced Practice WinsThe spacing effect explained through Ebbinghaus's original work, the Cepeda meta-analysis, and Bjork's desirable difficulties, with a practical guide to spaced study.12 MIN1.7k

April 2026

• Apr 25, 2026ConceptsThe Testing Effect: Quizzing Yourself for Better RetentionThe testing effect is one of the most robust findings in learning science: retrieval practice produces better long-term retention than repeated...22 MIN4.5k
• Apr 8, 2026ConceptsSpaced Repetition: The Most Efficient Way to Learn AnythingHow spaced repetition works from Ebbinghaus to FSRS: the forgetting curve, SM-2 algorithm, Anki implementation, optimal intervals, and the...15 MIN2.4k

February 2026

• Feb 28, 2026ConceptsLearning Science Terms Explained ClearlyKey learning science terms: Spaced repetition reviews at intervals, retrieval practice tests to strengthen memory, and interleaving mixes topics.21 MIN8.5k
• Feb 13, 2026ConceptsHow Learning Actually Works According to ScienceRe-reading and highlighting feel productive but are weak learning methods. Retrieval practice, spacing, and interleaving create durable understanding.30 MIN22.8k

November 2023

• Nov 20, 2023ConceptsExploring Growth Mindset: Dweck's Key ResearchCarol Dweck's growth mindset theory transformed education and management. Learn what the original research actually shows, what large-scale...14 MIN5.1k

December 2022

• Dec 13, 2022ConceptsHow to Learn a New Skill as an AdultAdult learning science shows spaced repetition, retrieval practice, and deliberate practice outperform passive study.19 MIN2.5k

August 2022

• Aug 23, 2022ConceptsWhat Is Microlearning and Does It WorkMicrolearning delivers training in short, focused bursts. Learn what cognitive load theory says about it, when it works, and when deeper learning...13 MIN4.1k