The Learning Science Podcast

Summary In this engaging conversation, Benedek Hermán and Lucian explore the intricacies of learning science, educational design, and the importance of experiential learning. Lucian shares his journey into education, emphasizing the significance of creating moments of realization for students. They discuss the role of assessment in education, the utility of Bloom's taxonomy, and the balance be...

Summary In this conversation, Cindy discusses her role as the director of learning services at a medical school and shares insights on effective learning methodologies, particularly spaced repetition and retrieval practice. She addresses common criticisms of these methods, emphasizing their applicability to both factual and conceptual knowledge. The discussion also touches on the impact of anxiety...

In this conversation, Benedek Hermán and Veronica Yan explore the intricacies of learning science, focusing on effective strategies such as interleaving and retrieval practice. They discuss barriers to implementing these methods in education, the importance of assessing knowledge retention, and the need for engaging students in active learning. Veronica emphasizes the significance of context in le...