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Pure Inquiry, Guided Inquiry, and PISA

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: March 30, 2020

A recent study looking at PISA data gives a fresh perspective on the Inquiry Learning debate. Continue reading →

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The Neuroscience of Retrieval Practice

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: March 27, 2020

We know THAT retrieval practice helps students learn. It would be really cool to know what difference it makes in the brain. Well, we’re starting to learn… Continue reading →

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Good Morning, I love You: Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Practice to...

Rebecca Gotlieb
by: Rebecca Gotlieb
Posted on: March 24, 2020

Shauna Shapiro, expert in mindfulness and compassion, recently authored Good Morning, I love You: Mindfulness…

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Beyond “Tricks-n-Tips”: What does Cog Sci Tell Us About Online...

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

When it comes to online learning, don’t just “do this thing.” Instead, “think this way.” Continue reading →

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Beyond the Mouse: Pointing in Online Learning [Repost]

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: March 19, 2020

As teachers across the country prepare to move our work online, I’ve been looking over…

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What Do Teachers Get Right About Cognitive Science?

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: March 16, 2020

A new report from Deans for Impact offers us valuable insight into teachers’ understanding — and misunderstanding — of cognitive science. Continue reading →

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Overcoming Potential Perils of Online Learning [Repost]

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: March 13, 2020

In June of 2019, I wrote about Dr. Rachael Blasiman’s research into the effect of…

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Does Teaching HANDWRITING Help Students READ?

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: March 11, 2020

Should schools teach handwriting? Do handwriting lessons help students read? Research from Australia offers useful insights. Continue reading →

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The Big Six: A Grand Summary

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: March 8, 2020

You’d like a handy summary of cognitive science principles relevant to teaching? Read on… Continue reading →

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Cold Calling and Bad Pizza

Andrew Watson
by: Andrew Watson
Posted on: March 5, 2020

Teachers get contradictory advice about “cold calling.” Well designed research might offer us clear guidance. Continue reading →