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January 8, 2026
9 Min Read

The Feynman Technique: Why Teaching is The Brain’s Ultimate Hack

Go beyond completion. Discover the science-backed Feynman Technique and how to implement it within your learning programmes.

Learning Theory

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December 10, 2025
11 Min Read

The Science of Curiosity: How to Hack the Brain for Better Learning

Unlock the neuroscience of curiosity. Learn how to trigger dopamine, boost memory and retention, and design learning experiences that brains crave!

Brain Science

December 2, 2025
10 Min Read

Hacking the Habit Loop: A Neuroscience Guide for L&D

Discover how neuroscience can help you build learning habits that last. Overcome the forgetting curve and make training automatic for your learners.

Brain Science

November 26, 2025
11 Min Read

Metacognition: The Science of Learning How to Learn (Faster)

What is metacognition? Explore the neuroscience behind learning how to learn and get practical strategies to upgrade your learning for good.

Brain Science

November 17, 2025
12 Min Read

The Neuroscience of Focus: How to Build a More Attentive Brain

Discover how to use the neuroscience of focus to build brain-friendly learning experiences that fight distraction and boost completion rates.

Brain Science

November 10, 2025
10 Min Read

The Neuroscience of Gamification: Unlocking True Learner Engagement

Explore the neuroscience of gamification. Learn how it triggers brain-based rewards to boost learner motivation, retention, and true engagement.

Gamification

November 5, 2025
8 Min Read

Mirror Neurons: How The Brain’s Empathy Circuit Fuels Social Learning

Unlock the empathy circuit! Learn how mirror neurons supercharge social learning, accelerate skill mastery, and boost your training’s impact.

Brain Science

October 30, 2025
9 Min Read

The Amygdala: How Emotion Creates Unforgettable Memories

Discover how the amygdala, your brain’s emotional highlighter, creates lasting memories. Learn strategies to design training that sticks.

Brain Science

October 23, 2025
16 Min Read

The Ultimate LMS Adoption Playbook: 12 Steps to Guaranteed Engagement

Get more from your learning system. Use this 12-step blueprint to move from mere implementation to sustained engagement and lasting LMS adoption.

Learning Technology

October 15, 2025
9 Min Read

Flow Theory: A Learning Professional’s Guide to Peak Engagement

A learning pro’s guide to Flow Theory. Discover a practical framework for designing immersive training that increases focus and retention.

Learning Theory

October 8, 2025
10 Min Read

Cognitive Offloading: Why Making Learning Easier is the Key to Retention

Making learning easier isn’t cheating. Improve your instructional design through cognitive offloading and supercharge memory retention.

Brain Science

October 2, 2025
9 Min Read

The Dark Side of Gamification: When Points, Badges, & Leaderboards Go Wrong

We expose the dark side of gamification and game mechanics, from demotivating leaderboards to pointless badges, and show you how to fix it!

Gamification

September 23, 2025
14 Min Read

Go Live & Thrive: The Modern LMS Implementation Guide

LMS implementation requires care and attention. Our 15-step implementation process will help you to launch your new LMS successfully.

Learning Technology

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July 26, 2023
10 Min Read

The L&D Playbook: Your Guide to Structured Workplace Learning

Boost your workforce's potential with the L&D Playbook video series. This is your go-to guide for structured workplace learning.

L&D

April 1, 2023
12 Min Read

Power of Play: The Ultimate Guide to Gamification in Training [2024]

Unlock the power of gamification in training. Discover a comprehensive guide to engage learners and maximize learning impact through games.

Gamification, L&D

July 28, 2022
7 Min Read

70 Powerful Quotes About Learning to Inspire You!

We’ve ranked the all-time top 70 quotes about learning from best to worst. Read on to be inspired and find your favourite learning quote!

L&D

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