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An Argument Against “Chunking”

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: November 12, 2023

Learning and the Brain exists so that we can talk about good teaching together. Although…

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Do Animations Improve Learning? A Definitivie Answer, Please…

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: November 6, 2023

Recently I discussed working memory overload with a group of wise and thoughtful teachers. I showed…

The Whole Toolbox in One (Free) Download

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: October 29, 2023

If you want to learn more about improving teaching with psychology research, I’ve got good…

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The New Science of Learning by Todd Zakrajsek

Erik Jahner, PhD
by: Erik Jahner, PhD
Posted on: October 24, 2023

In the ever-evolving realm of educational literature this is quickly becoming a classic. The New…

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The Cold-Calling Debate: Potential Perils, Potential Successes

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: October 22, 2023

Some education debates focus on BIG questions: high structure vs. low structure pedagogy? technology: good…

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Navigating Complexity: When 1st Order Solutions Create 2nd Order Problems

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: October 15, 2023

Here’s a common classroom problem. As I’m explaning a complex concept, a student raises a…

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Collaborative Learning and Working Memory Overload: Good News or Bad?

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: October 8, 2023

Consider the following paradox: Teachers need to give students instructions — of course we do! After…

Exasperated teacher standing in the middle of a chaotic classroom, holding her hands on her head and shouting

The Dangers of “The Big Ask”: In Defense of Stubborn...

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: October 2, 2023

Let’s face it: teaching is hard. I’ve been a classroom teacher for roughly 20 years —…

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“Embodied Cognition” in Action: Using Gestures to Teach Science

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: September 26, 2023

Here’s a topic that has gotten lots of enthusiastic attention in recent years: embodied cognition….

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Why We Forget and How to Remember Better by Dr....

Erik Jahner, PhD
by: Erik Jahner, PhD
Posted on: September 19, 2023

Why We Forget and How to Remember Better by Dr. Andrew E. Budson and Dr….