How You Learn
Why Spaced Repetition Beats Cramming Every Time
The science of how memory actually consolidates — and the simple scheduling trick that changes everything.
Dr. Lena Hart
2026-05-28 · 9 min read
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How You Learn
The Myth of Learning Styles (And What Actually Works)
Visual, auditory, kinesthetic — the theory is compelling and almost entirely unsupported by evidence.
Dr. Lena Hart
2026-05-10 · 7 min read
How You Learn
How Adults Learn Differently — And Why That's an Advantage
Adult brains aren't worse at learning. They're different — and those differences can be used strategically.
James Okafor
2026-04-22 · 8 min read
How You Learn
The Testing Effect: Why Retrieval Practice Beats Re-Reading
Every time you retrieve a memory, you strengthen it. Here's how to build that into any study system.
Sofia Brennan
2026-04-08 · 6 min read
How You Learn
The Science of Interleaving: Why Mixing Topics Helps You Learn Faster
Blocked practice feels productive. Interleaved practice feels harder. Research consistently shows the latter works better.
Dr. Lena Hart
2026-03-15 · 7 min read
How You Learn
Desirable Difficulties: Why Making Learning Harder Makes It Stick
Cognitive strain during learning isn't a problem to eliminate. Within limits, it's the mechanism behind durable memory.
James Okafor
2026-03-01 · 8 min read
How You Learn
What Neuroscience Says About the Best Time of Day to Learn
Circadian rhythms affect alertness, memory encoding, and recall. Timing your study sessions is not pseudoscience.
Sofia Brennan
2026-02-18 · 6 min read