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Cognitive Skills and Study Methods
What Is Iconic Memory?
Iconic memory is the brain’s ultra-short-term visual storage—a millisecond “snapshot” of what we see. This article explores its history, how it impacts reading and learning, its role in ADHD and Alzheimer’s, and how it can be strengthened through practice.
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Cognitive Skills and Study Methods
Attention and Perception: How Attention Shapes What We See
We don’t perceive the world as it is — we perceive what we attend to. This article unpacks how attention acts as a mental filter, shaping our experience of reality. From cocktail parties to shadowing experiments, perception is revealed not as passive recording but as active selection.
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Cognitive Skills and Study Methods
Why Spaced Repetition Is Important to Learning and How to Do It
Spaced repetition isn’t just smart—it’s scientifically proven to make learning faster and more durable. Based on pioneering work by Hermann Ebbinghaus, this article explains how timing your reviews over days—not hours—can slash effort, strengthen memory, and allow your brain to consolidate knowledge even while you sleep.
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Cognitive Skills and Study Methods
Learning Skills vs. Learning Strategies: Why the Difference Matters
Many educators confuse learning skills with learning strategies, but the distinction is critical. This article breaks down the difference, why it matters, and how getting it right leads to more effective teaching and learning.
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Cognitive Skills and Study Methods
Visual-Spatial Disorder: Signs and Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment
Visual-spatial disorder—also known as visual-spatial processing disorder—affects how the brain interprets where things are in space. This article explores the signs, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of this often misunderstood condition.
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Cognitive Skills and Study Methods
What Drives Us to Learn? Understanding Motivation in Simple Terms
Have you ever wondered why one student dives eagerly into a project while another needs ten reminders just to get started? That difference often comes down to motivation—the invisible force that gets us going, keeps us going or sometimes makes us want to give up.
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Cognitive Skills and Study Methods
Memory Matters: How Information Processing Helps Us Learn
Information Processing Theory helps us understand how our brains take in, store, and use information. It’s like a computer: we input data, process it, and produce an output. But unlike a computer, our minds are much more quirky—and sometimes overloaded. Let’s break it down in simple terms.
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Cognitive Skills and Study Methods
20 Facts About Working Memory
Here are 20 facts about working memory that will help demystify this essential part of your child’s or student’s learning toolbox.
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Cognitive Skills and Study Methods
What Is Perception?
Perception is how we make sense of the world around us using our senses, especially sight. When we look at something, our brain quickly figures out what it is — whether it’s a tree, a face, or a chair. Perception helps us understand what we’re seeing, hearing, or touching.
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Why Rote Learning Still Matters in the Age of Critical Thinking
Rote learning—memorizing through repetition—has long been cast as the villain in modern education. With the rise of inquiry-based learning and the emphasis on 21st-century skills like critical thinking and problem-solving, rote learning seems like a relic of the past.
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Cognitive Skills and Study Methods
50 Reasons Why a Good Memory Is Important
Memory isn’t just about remembering where you left your keys — it’s fundamental to learning, functioning, connecting, and becoming the person you are. Let’s unpack 50 reasons why a strong memory isn’t just useful — it’s essential
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Cognitive Skills and Study Methods
4 Proven Ways to Improve Working Memory
Working memory is increasingly recognized as a crucial cognitive skill, and by improving our working memory, we can realize gains in key areas, from school to work to retirement. Here are a few ways to improve your child’s (or your own) working memory.
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