Pooja K. Agarwal

Explore innovative learning strategies with my book "Smart Teaching Stronger Learning," co-written with 10 cognitive scientists (who are also teachers!). Get your copy today and dive into proven methods to enhance student success.

Make bite sized adjustments to what you're already doing with teaching tips from cognitive scientist Dr. Michelle Rivers

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Behind every groundbreaking discovery about learning lies years of hard work, dedication, and countless experiments. Meet the scientists who have changed our understanding of how students learn with their relentless pursuit of knowledge.

Want to improve your teaching? The key is retrieval practice! Check out my recommended books for evidence-based strategies on how to help your students learn and remember effectively.

Ready to take your teaching to the next level? Discover the hidden power of retrieval practice with simple yet effective class activities. Say goodbye to passive teaching and hello to active learning!

Enhance your students' study habits with my 3 tips for effective flashcard strategies.

I really enjoyed this book! Chapters are short and to-the-point, and what I learned was easy to apply to my own content area. Recommend!

Explore innovative learning strategies with my book "Smart Teaching Stronger Learning," co-written with 10 cognitive scientists (who are also teachers!). Get your copy today and dive into proven methods to enhance student success.

Enhance your teaching with research-backed strategies by cognitive scientists! Subscribe for the latest insights to improve your students' learning.

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Want to boost student learning at the end of a unit, week, or semester? Try the engaging and effective Leave One Add One strategy for retrieval practice.

Studying isn't just about memorizing information. It's about retrieving it. Listen to this podcast episode from NPR Life Kit for practical evidence-based strategies to improve learning and retention.

Attention all students and academic coaches! Want to ace exams and remember information long-term? Stop rereading, highlighting, and cramming. Instead, try the proven method of retrieval practice to boost learning and retention.

NEW: Here are my thoughts on genAI and teaching at the moment. I don't judge others; I'm just personally tired of it. (If you're a newsletter subscriber and didn't receive this via email, please let me know!) www.retrievalpractice.org/strategies/a...

Retrieval practice isn't a test. It's a LEARNING strategy, not an assessment strategy. Read about why this distinction is the key to understanding what retrieval is and how to use it to improve teaching and learning.

Ready to revolutionize your professional development? Discover the hidden truth about effective learning with retrieval practice. Check out these ideas for how you can create your own professional development about the science of learning.

A cognitive scientist and an affective scientist walk into a bar… stay tuned to find out what we are thinking & feeling. Collab with @sarosecav.bsky.social coming soon! #EduSky #AcademicSky #SciComm

Transform your teaching with my book "Powerful Teaching" and discover evidence-based strategies to boost student learning.

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June newsletter! My convo with @edufuturist.bsky.social, some new collabs w/ @retrievelearn.bsky.social & Chavella Pittman, new book by @derekbruff.bsky.social etal, @josheyler.bsky.social on Harvard's grade cap, & some nude beaching for good measure. newsletter.sarahrosecav.com/june-is-for-...

Exciting news: Smart Teaching Stronger Learning is being translated into Chinese! Here's the book cover. More info about our book (in English) at www.retrievalpractice.org/smart-teaching and stay tuned for more details.

Attention all bookworms! Want to learn more about the science of learning? The book Make it Stick is a must-read.

Want to improve how your students take notes? Make a simple switch from note-taking to RETRIEVE-taking.

Join me for a live Ask Me Anything TODAY (June 16 at 5pm ET) about the science of learning, including my colleagues Dr. @veronicayan.bsky.social, Dr. Janell Blunt, and Dr. Michelle Rivers. PLUS, we'll be making an exciting announcement about our book! #EduSky #LTHE berklee.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Refresh your teaching with practical tips from my book "Smart Teaching Stronger Learning," co-written with 10 cognitive scientists (who are also teachers!).

My white boards have arrived! So excited to put more retrieval practice in my classroom next semester 👩‍🏫📖🧠 @retrievelearn.bsky.social

NEW: Have you finished teaching a course, but didn’t take notes about how it went? It’s not too late for some quick retrieval practice. AND register for my FREE "ask me anything" on Tuesday, June 16 from 5–6:30pm ET. More than 150 educators have registered! www.retrievalpractice.org/strategies/l...

Not sure how to get started with retrieval practice? Watch one of my keynotes on YouTube, full of practical strategies to level up your teaching and boost your students' long-term learning. youtu.be/OUl0mMVbkAc?...

Worried about students using ChatGPT and AI during retrieval practice? Here are flexible no-prep prompts you can use to encourage deep thinking and reflection.

Inclusion isn't just a buzzword. It's a crucial aspect of teaching, learning, and research. Learn more about how you can support diversity, equity, and inclusion in cognitive science.

Smart teaching, stronger learning at all ages! Small shifts in language, error-analysis protocols, and reflection make a huge difference & directly translate to students owning their learning and staying curious! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/v... @retrievelearn.bsky.social

Did you know that retrieval practice is more effective for long-term learning than re-reading or highlighting? Discover why it works, the research behind it, and how it can boost your learning.

Are students really learning when we get information into their heads? It's time to get information OUT of their heads with retrieval practice! Download more than 100 free teaching resources from our library.

How do cognitive scientists teach? Visit 10 classrooms around the world with my book, "Smart Teaching Stronger Learning" and gain practical insights from researchers who practice what they preach.

Looking for "bite-sized adjustments" you can make that will result in powerful shifts in students' learning? Smart Teaching, Stronger Learning should be your go-to resource! @retrievelearn.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/v...

NEW: Before starting group work, do this first. Plus, enter a raffle to win 20 FREE books, find out how to get 30% off my book Smart Teaching, and register for my last Zoom Party on May 5. www.retrievalpractice.org/strategies/g...

Retrieval practice is more than just taking a test. It's a powerful strategy for long-term learning and retention. Here's a simple no-stakes question to ask your students: What are two things you learned?

Familiar with retrieval practice research? Your sources might be older than your students. A LOT of new research has shown that retrieval practice consistently benefits student learning in real classrooms. Check out this database of 50 research studies!

One of the simplest strategies to boost student learning AND normalize mistakes: white boards! Check out these retrieval practice tips from Dr. Janell Blunt

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Professional development needs to be rewarding and memorable. Learn how to create your own long-lasting PD and find out more about my virtual and in-person workshops.

I love free teaching resources (and I bet you do, too). I have more than 100 free downloads on my website. Download it all from my Google Drive!

Here are five reading challenges to learn about the science of learning. Read a book, a free download, recommended research articles, or all 100+ resources on my website!

Did you know that retrieval practice reduces student test anxiety? Learn more about my research and get some quick lesson ideas

If you’re new to the science of learning, it might feel like a delicious buffet with too many options. Here's how to get started in an hour or less.

Are you and your students tired of cramming information, only to forget it later? There's a better way: brain dumps, the secret to long-lasting learning.

Had a blast sharing how I teach and research from the science of learning with 50+ educators around the world during my free Zoom Party! What's one word that comes to mind when you think about learning? Subscribe at retrievalpractice.org/subscribe to access the registration link for February

One thing I love about my book, Smart Teaching Stronger Learning: It's short! 10 chapters, only 10 pages each. I hope you'll check it out and download free resources!