Stick the Learning: Brain-Based Teaching Techniques to Increase Retention, Application, and Transfer

by Eric Saunders

Combing through research for effective teaching strategies is a big ask for busy educators. This concise guide bridges brain-based learning theory with everyday instructional practice to maximize teacher effectiveness for visible student achievement. Learn three powerful, doable techniques proven to support long-term spaced repetition, interleaving, and retrieval (SIR). Explore engaging activities designed to improve student retention, application, and transfer by easily integrating SIR into your classroom.




This user-friendly guide to sticky learning will help K–12 teachers

Understand the SIR techniques that support a brain-compatible classroom
Use activities to better implement SIR in the classroom
Understand the importance of utilizing repetition and interleaving alongside retrieval
Increase student achievement
Reflect on their own growth and success in implementing SIR techniques




Introduction

Chapter 1: An Overview of the SIR Techniques

Chapter 2: Spaced Repetition

Chapter 3: Interleaving

Chapter 4: Retrieval

Chapter 5: The SIR Quick Start Guide

Epilogue

Frequently Asked Questions

References and Resources

Index

176 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 7, 2022

Reviews

[Kelli · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really liked this book about spaced repetition, interleaving, and retrieval of information. This is one of the better books that I have read about how we can store information in our brains for longer. I also really like the worksheets that go with the book.

[Tracey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant short impactful read! A must read for all teachers!