The Science of Learning – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode of The Science of Learning, Amarbeer Singh Gill explores Cognitive Science and the beliefs that shape how we learn.

Brad and Amarbeer explore research on how teachers’ beliefs about memory compare with empirical evidence, a study on teachers’ understanding of memory and learning, and evidence on how students actually use and understand memory strategies.

Tune in for insights and practical takeaways you can use in the classroom today.

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Check out the studies Amarbeer and Brad talked about:

Improving students’ learning with effective learning techniques

Teachers’ beliefs about memory - what are the implications for in-service teacher education?

An Evaluation of Secondary School Students’ Use and Understanding of Learning Strategies

The Science of Learning is a podcast exploring the research behind how we learn and what it means for real classrooms.

In this first episode, Bradley Busch and Edward Watson introduce the show, share why it exists and outline what listeners can expect, from Cognitive Science insights to practical strategies and conversations with leading voices in education.

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In this episode of The Science of Learning, we're joined by the Professor John Hattie live at our Teaching & Learning Summit.

We're big fans, so in this episode we're exploring our three favourite studies by Hattie, on feedback, AI in education and that old classic, Learning Styles.

Tune in for insights and practical takeaways you can use in the classroom today.

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Check out the studies John and Brad talked about:

The Power of Feedback

The Future of AI in Education: 13 Things We Can Do to Minimize the Damage

Learning Styles, Preferences, or Strategies?

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The Scaffolding Effect by Rachel Ball & Alex Fairlamb

In this episode of The Science of Learning, Daisy Christodoulou explores the rapidly evolving role of AI in education.

We explore research revealing the risks and benefits of AI for learning, including effects on memory, understanding, and academic integrity.

Tune in for insights and practical takeaways you can use in the classroom today.

Find out more about ⁠InnerDrive⁠ and ⁠The Teacher CPD Academy⁠.

Check out the studies Daisy and Brad talked about:

The shuffling of mathematics problems improves learning

Why interleaving enhances inductive learning

The Role of Mental Effort in Students’ Perceptions of the Effectiveness of Interleaved and Blocked Study Strategies

In this episode of The Science of Learning, Caroline Spencer explores reading and the processes that help students make sense of text. We explore research on how background knowledge and vocabulary support reading comprehension, the role of fluency in developing confident readers, and evidence on the strategies that can help students engage more effectively with what they read. Tune in for insights and practical takeaways you can use in the classroom today.

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In this episode of The Science of Learning, Jade Pearce explores the power of Retrieval Practice for boosting learning and memory. We explore research showing how testing yourself improves retention more than restudying, why spacing and effortful retrieval strengthen memory, and how subtle factors like hint strength influence its effectiveness. Tune in for insights and practical takeaways you can use in the classroom today.

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Check out the studies Jade and Brad were chatting about:

Test-enhanced learning: taking memory tests improves long-term retention

Testing (Quizzing) Boosts Classroom Learning

The effect of hint strength on the benefits of retrieval practice

In this episode of The Science of Learning, Nick Gibb explores the research and ideas that have shaped his thinking on education. We explore his three favourite studies and books, including the work of Daniel T. Willingham and E. D. Hirsch, and the impact these have had on approaches to curriculum, memory, and learning. Tune in for insights and practical takeaways you can use in the classroom today.

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In this episode of The Science of Learning, Dr Claire Badger explores cold-calling, and why it can be a powerful tool for improving student engagement and thinking. We explore research on how cold-calling supports attention, participation, and deeper learning, as well as the conditions that make it most effective in the classroom. Tune in for insights and practical takeaways you can use in the classroom today.

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Check out the studies Claire and Brad were chatting about:

Sedova, K., & Sedlacek, M. (2023). How vocal and silent forms of participation in combination relate to student achievement.

Dallimore, E. J., Hertenstein, J. H., & Platt, M. B. (2013). Impact of cold-calling on student voluntary participation.

Dallimore, Elise & Hertenstein, Julie & Platt, Marjorie. (2019). Leveling the Playing Field: How Cold-Calling Affects Class Discussion Gender Equity. Journal of Education and Learning.