Teaching That Works: Evidence, Myths, and Methods

Learning Science for Educators is designed to promote teaching that works by promoting teaching practices that are grounded in current evidence, not intuition. This course will empower educators by providing essential insights from the learning sciences and offering a fresh, research-informed perspective on how students learn best.

Too often, teaching is shaped by traditional, anecdotal, or widely held, but unproven, beliefs. This course challenges the status quo by exploring the urgent need for educators to adopt evidence-based teaching practices.

During the course, you will delve into how the brain processes, retains, and retrieves information, building a foundation for more effective lesson design and delivery. Learners will then critically examine pervasive myths in education, such as learning styles, right-brain/left-brain thinking, and others, understanding not only why they persist but also how they can hinder student learning. Finally, participants will be introduced to high-impact, science-backed methods such as retrieval practice, chunking and more, to enhance their teaching practice.

So, whether you’re entering the profession or seeking to enhance your current teaching approach, Learning Science for Educators provides the knowledge and tools to teach with greater confidence, effectiveness, and impact. The result? Smarter strategies, stronger outcomes, and a commitment to teaching that truly makes a difference.