Training in Effective Skepticism: Retraction Watch

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: March 1, 2020

You’re looking for a new source for effective skepticism. Look no further. Continue reading →

Are “Retrieval Practice” and “Spacing” Equally Important? [Updated]

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: February 28, 2020

A recent study with college precalculus students helps us understand: is retrieval practice more important than spacing? Continue reading →

How to Help Struggling Readers?

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: February 25, 2020

A surprisingly simple reading strategy produces remarkable benefits for struggling readers. Continue reading →

Revisiting Our San Francisco Conference

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: February 22, 2020

I had planned to write a post describing our most recent conference, last weekend in San Francisco (“where every day is cardio day”). However, one of our attendees — Mark Barrett — got there first. I thought he did such

Kid Confidence: Help Your Child Make Friends, Build Resilience, and Develop Real Self-Esteem by Eileen Kennedy-Moore

Rebecca Gotlieb
by: Rebecca Gotlieb
Posted on: February 19, 2020

Letting go of the concern “am I good enough” and reducing self-focused thoughts are critical for building self-confidence, according to clinical psychologist and author, Eileen Kennedy-Moore. She suggests that supporting kids as they develop relationships, habits of perseverance, skills for

Sharing the Learning and the Brain Experience with Colleagues

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: February 18, 2020

A handy new document helps teachers understand and apply cognitive science in the classroom. Continue reading →

“The” Effect of “Exercise” on “the Brain”

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: February 15, 2020

A month ago, I wrote about a Twitter feud focusing on exercise during learning. When a PE teacher posted a video of his students reading on exer-cycles, edu-Twitter irrupted with champions (“love it!”) and critics (“bonkers!”). My response at the

Welcome to San Francisco!

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: February 12, 2020

We can’t wait to see you at our conference this weekend: Educating Anxious Brains. Various reports have found that many children and teens are experiencing significant stress, anxiety, and mental health issues. More than 1 in 20 children ages 6-17

Interested in Action Research? Try This Instead

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: February 9, 2020

We don’t do a lot of cross posting here at Learning and the Brain. I believe this is the first time we’ve done so while I’ve been editor. I think the initiative below is very exciting, and you — Learning

How Does Self-Control Really Work? Introducing a Debate

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: February 6, 2020

You’d like to know how researchers think about self-control, but don’t know where to begin? Begin here… Continue reading →