Stick the Learning: Brain-Based Teaching Techniques to Increase Retention, Application, and Transfer (Powerful brain-based techniques to accelerate learning and ensure long-term student success)

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 retention: 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 Contents: 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 Appendix: Frequently Asked Questions References and Resources Index