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If your students use concept mapping strategies, there might be something missing. Based on research by educator and scientist Dr. Kripa Sundar, the key to an effective concept map isn’t the node, but the links. www.retrievalpractice.org/strategies/c... #EduSky #AcademicSky

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Trying to cement another best practice into my repertoire this year. Ss said these were tough, which was my goal. They were shocked when I explained that hard Qs are actually better for retrieval! @retrievelearn.bsky.social #langchat

NEW! When should you give students retrieval practice: before, during, or after a lesson? Learn the answer from cognitive scientist, teacher, and the world's expert on spaced retrieval practice, Dr. Shana Carpenter #EduSky #AcademicSky www.retrievalpractice.org/strategies/o...

Concept maps: simple but powerful learning tools. On the podcast this week, Dr. Kripa Sundar shares practices for making the most of them. Also joining us is Dr. Pooja Agarwal (@retrievelearn.bsky.social), editor of the book Smart Teaching Stronger Learning. www.cultofpedagogy.com/concept-maps/

Are your students really learning or just memorizing for the test? It's time to rethink our teaching methods and embrace retrieval practice. Learn more about learning in this engaging podcast episode from the Cult of Pedagogy.

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Not sure how to get students on board with retrieval practice? Get their attention and and reduce anxiety with a trivia question!

Retrieval practice can be tough for students. Here are tips for how to scaffold this important "desirable difficulty" when students struggle to retrieve.

Make bite sized adjustments to what you're already doing with teaching tips from cognitive scientist Dr. Michelle Rivers

Behind every groundbreaking discovery about learning lies years of hard work, dedication, and countless experiments. Meet the scientists who have changed our understanding of how students learn with their relentless pursuit of knowledge.

Want to improve your teaching? The key is retrieval practice! Check out my recommended books for evidence-based strategies on how to help your students learn and remember effectively.

Ready to take your teaching to the next level? Discover the hidden power of retrieval practice with simple yet effective class activities. Say goodbye to passive teaching and hello to active learning!

Enhance your students' study habits with my 3 tips for effective flashcard strategies.

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ICYMI: Join me for a back-to-school workshop on the science of learning on Thursday, August 14 on Zoom, with @veronicayan.bsky.social and @lkfazio.bsky.social. We're cognitive scientists AND teachers. Early bird: Get $10 off if you register by this Friday! www.eventbrite.com/e/science-of... #EduSky

Exciting announcement 🚨! Come to our Science of Learning workshop and with not just one but FIVE cognitive scientists and teachers: Drs Janell Blunt, Shana Carpenter, Pooja Agarwal, Lisa Fazio, and myself. Aug 14 (early bird reg by 8/10) #edusky #teacherlife #k12 #highered

Ready to strengthen students' long-term learning? Gain practical tips from cognitive scientists who are also teachers! Join me, @lkfazio.bsky.social, and @veronicayan.bsky.social for a workshop on August 14. Early bird: Register by August 8 for $10 off! www.eventbrite.com/e/science-of... #EduSky

Studying isn't just about memorizing information. It's about retrieving it. Listen to this podcast episode from NPR Life Kit for practical evidence-based strategies to improve learning and retention.

Apprenez à mettre en œuvre l'entrelacement avec les #conseils pédagogiques du Dr @veronicayan.bsky.social, adaptés du livre, Smart Teaching Stronger Learning. @retrievelearn.bsky.social #enseignement #apprentissage #EduSky

Retrieval practice isn't a test. It's a LEARNING strategy, not an assesment strategy. Read about why this distinction is the key to understanding what retrieval is and how to use it to improve teaching and learning.

I love this idea! I shall have a think about how it might be scaled up for larger undergraduate classes; our cohorts are over 200, and even seminar groups can be around 40-50 students, which might make it tricky but it's a great way to engage students.

Spacing information retrieval ensures that there’s less cramming, more learning. (via @retrievelearn.bsky.social) buff.ly/JX4hUmk #EduSky #AcademicSky

Want to boost student learning at the end of a unit, week, or semester? Try the engaging and effective Leave One Add One strategy for retrieval practice.

Great tips #studyskills docs.google.com/document/u/0...

Attention all bookworms! Want to learn more about the science of learning? The book Make it Stick is a must-read.

NEW: Concepts and skills in real life are like a tie-dyed t-shirt: all mixed up. www.retrievalpractice.org/strategies/i... Get tips from Dr. Veronica Yan (@veronicayan.bsky.social) on how to use interleaving. Mix up concepts, problem sets, vocabulary words, etc. All student ages, all subject areas.

The inaugural episode of Jim Lang's "Designed for Learning" podcast from Notre Dame is up—and features an interview with @michellemillerphd.bsky.social about her new book, "A Teacher’s Guide to Learning Student Names: Why You Should, Why It’s Hard, How You Can." learning.nd.edu/resource-lib...

Attention all students and academic coaches! Want to ace exams and remember information long-term? Stop rereading, highlighting, and cramming. Instead, try the proven method of retrieval practice to boost learning and retention.

J Don Reed early career winner @veronicayan.bsky.social giving her award address at #sarmac2025. College is a really important time for students to develop skills of self-regulated learning. Students have a lot of supports for their learning in high school- much more on their own in college. 1/

Ready to revolutionize your professional development? Discover the hidden truth about effective learning with retrieval practice. Check out these ideas for how you can create your own professional development about the science of learning.

Want to improve how your students take notes? Make a simple switch from note-taking to RETRIEVE-taking. www.retrievalpractice.org/strategies/2...

I have learned so much from the authors. Follow @lkfazio.bsky.social @drcindynebel.bsky.social @stevencpan.bsky.social @veronicayan.bsky.social for even more teaching tips!

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I read and enjoyed this! It’s a good, fast primer for key cog sci research and its application in classrooms.

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One of the simplest strategies to boost student learning AND normalize mistakes: white boards! Check out these retrieval practice tips from Dr. Janell Blunt, cognitive scientist and teacher. www.retrievalpractice.org/strategies/w...

I'm having a blast sharing the science of learning at the #APS25DC Teaching Institute. Are participants at my session taking an exam or doom scrolling? Nope – they're engaging in #retrievalpractice!

Such a fantastic wrap up to the school year, celebrating with the amazing @sarosecav.bsky.social! Grateful for @ayannakim.bsky.social for connecting us. #AcademicSky

New Post: "Improving Multiple-Choice Retrieval Practice" by @drcindynebel.bsky.social www.learningscientists.org/blog/2025/4/...

Just wrapped my Zoom Party with Michelle Miller and Jim Lang. I could chat with them for hours! Subscribe for my newsletter for the recording at retrievalpractice.org/subscribe, and follow them at michellemillerphd.substack.com jamesmlang.substack.com #EduSky #AcademicSky #HigherEd #AcademicChatter

Join me for an informal "Zoom Party" with James Lang and Michelle Miller this Thursday, May 1 at 5pm ET! Register at retrievalpractice.org/party . It'll be a fun convo with tips on how to teach, how to write like you teach, and how to remember names. #EduSky #AcademicSky