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Science Of Learning Principles In Action
A group of researchers have been exploring the question of what happens when teachers get professional development based on the science of learning. Their latest
Q&A About A/B Testing In Education
Steve Ritter of Carnegie Learning discusses a new program to integrate research into MATHia, Carnegie’s math tutoring software. Ulrich Boser interviewed Steve about the open-source
Ed Tech Writing Tools That You Need To Try
For many writers — and writing teachers — the idea of a computer providing editorial feedback and guidance sparks outrage. The approach seems impersonal —
The New Ed Research Tool “Many Classes”
We interviewed Ben Motz and Emily Fyfe about their new program, Many Classes, which they call a “collaborative research project investigating the generalizability of educational interventions
What Stops Students From Loving Science?
Motivation is complex. It’s very hard for me to say “do X, and your students will all love science!” It’s easier for me to spot
Phil Poekert On Edu Data Mining
We interviewed Phil Poekert of The University of Florida Lastinger Center on their upcoming data mining RFP. Why Did You Announce the Data Mining RFP? We
Learn Better Paperback Giveaway!
Please read more for the details on this competition. WE ARE GIVING AWAY FREE, SIGNED COPIES OF LEARN BETTER. Seven (7) signed copies of “Learn Better”
What Is Interleaved Practice?
This is part 6 in a series on what we know about how we learn and how this knowledge should inform how we teach. The
New Videos On The Science Of Learning
For years, centuries really, educators have experimented with different learning tools, techniques, and curricula. Some efforts have been more successful than others, of course. But
How To Leverage Spaced Practice
This is part 5 in a series on what we know about how we learn and how this knowledge should inform how we teach. The
Do Gifted And Talented Programs Work?
On the face of it, providing gifted and talented programs to gifted and talented students seems like a no-brainer. The logic goes like this: 1)
Does Proofreading Boost Learning?
I’ll be honest about my book Learn Better. There were some spelling and grammar mistakes. If you get the hard copy, you can find the