Our learning system is based on decades of learning research from an array of sources. Find more information at the corresponding sources below.

1. "Research shows that having fun while learning avails unique cognitive resources, associates reward and pleasure with information, strengthen and broaden memory networks, and toggles between 2 basic neural modes – one for diffused mind-wandering and the other for focused attention." (Shukla, 2020b)

2. "Research shows that taking notes by hand is better than taking notes on a laptop for remembering conceptual information over the long term." (Take Notes by Hand for Better Long-Term Comprehension, (2014, April 24)

3. "Research from 2019 shows that learning is more efficient when people use mnemonic devices. These memory tools work by tapping into how your brain naturally stores data." (Pedersen, 2022b)

4. "Our brains were not designed to recall information in isolation; instead, we group information together into one associative memory." (Associative Learning: Definition, Theory & Examples, 2021, Oct 31)

5. "Handwriting truly is a more complex cognitive process than keyboarding, by combining neurosensory experiences with fine motor skills, inextricably choreographing both movement and thought." (Study Suggests Writing by Hand Is Best for Learning New Material, 2021b)

6. Deliberate practice. "By encouraging students to practice a skill continually and deliberately, you will ensure better retention of that skill." (How Memory Works, n.d.)

The Scientific foundation of Vocab Strong

Sources

1. Shukla, A. (2020, August 23). Why Fun, Curiosity & Engagement Improves Learning: Mood, Senses, Neurons, Arousal, Cognition. Cognition Today. https://cognitiontoday.com/why-fun-improves-learning-mood-senses-neurons-arousal-cognition/

2. Take Notes by Hand for Better Long-Term Comprehension. (2014, April 24) . Association for Psychological Science - APS. https://www.psychologicalscience.org/news/releases/take-notes-by-hand-for-better-long-term-comprehension.html

3. Pedersen, T. (2022, March 31). Memory and Mnemonic Devices. Psych Central. https://psychcentral.com/lib/memory-and-mnemonic-devices

4. Spanella, T. (2021, Oct 31). Associative Learning: Definition, Theory & Examples. https://study.com/academy/lesson/associative-learning-definition-theory-examples.html

5. Fielding, S. (2021, July 23). Study Suggests Writing by Hand Is Best for Learning New Material. Verywell Mind. https://www.verywellmind.com/study-suggests-writing-by-hand-is-best-for-learning-new-material-5193430

6. How Memory Works. (n.d.). Derek Bok Center, Harvard University. https://bokcenter.harvard.edu/how-memory-works

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