The science of learning
The science of learning draws upon educational neuroscience and psychology to help you gain an insight into how students learn. We have collated a selection of resources and top tips to help you bring this into your school or college.
Explore the science of learning:
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The science of learning: SELF-PACED online CPDGuided by Professor Paul Howard-Jones (The Secret Life of Four and Five Year Olds) and Professor Tim Jay, develop an understanding of the science of learning and discuss its impact on your teaching
Online publications
Browse a selection of the latest blogs and online publications all related to the science of learning.
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Blog on Learning and Development
An initiative dedicated to spreading the word about how young people develop and learn.
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British Psychological Society Blog
Covers a variety of topics, including sleep and interleaving.
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Engaging the brain's reward system
Exploring the impact of uncertain rewards - the opportunity to double or lose points.
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Impact journal
A special edition all about the science of learning for teachers, from the Chartered College of Teaching.
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Learning styles
An attempt to highlight individual differences in learners.
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Neuro-hit or neuro-myth?
Researchers look into which neuroscience-inspired teaching techniques are supported by empirical evidence.
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Not a theory of everything
Michael Pershan discusses the complexity of learning in maths education and cognitive load theory.
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The Learning Scientists Blog
These cognitive psychologists aim to make scientific research more accessible to teachers.
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The neuroscience of sleep
This study looks at the effect of sleep education on sleep quality, mood and well-being.
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Think neuroscience blog
Insights from expert columnists on the field of neuroscience and beyond.
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Why students make silly mistakes in class
Are these mistakes made because of carelessness? Or is there another reason to explain why this occurs?
Research
The interest in the science of learning is increasing, but what does the research say? From tackling neuro-myths to understanding SMART spaces, explore the latest research reports.
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Digital promise
Discover research papers on cognition and memory.
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How neuroscience is affecting education
A Wellcome Trust report on the prevalence of common neuro-myths.
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Infusing neuroscience into teacher CPD
How an understanding of plasticity can inform teaching, as well as motivate students to learn.
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Nature research journal
Browse the latest articles on the science of learning.
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Spaced Learning
This report describes the development and pilot evaluation of SMART Spaces.
Top tips and guidance
Looking to embed the science of learning into your teaching? Browse this selection of top tips, guidance and useful tools to support you.
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Four ways cognitive load theory has changed my teaching
Read about the Cognitive Load Theory and how this can be used to alter the way you teach.
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I'm a scientist
This website lets you talk directly to researchers in the field and with other curious teachers.
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Implementing the science of learning
Practical ideas for the classroom based on the science of learning research.
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Neuroscience for teachers
What every teacher needs to know about the brain, how we learn and what that suggests for how they should teach.
Further reading and additional information
Ask questions to researchers in the field and share your knowledge with other practitioners.
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3D brain
Explore this 3D interactive brain model with lots of useful information.
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Education and neuroscience group
Learn about the work of researchers and practitioners, identify potential collaborations, and share knowledge and skills.
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TED talk: the mysterious workings of the adolescent brain
Cognitive neuroscientist Sarah-Jayne Blakemore compares the prefrontal cortex in adolescents to that of adults.
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Youcubed: brain science
Transforming the latest research on maths learning into accessible and practical forms.