Blog: Learning Theory
SEP
26
2019
Becoming a Great Reader
A common question we field from parents of younger children is, “How can I tell if my child understands what he reads?” This is a really important question, so let’s explore reading comprehension in more detail…
JUL
26
2019
Why Your Brain Needs You to Read…Every Day
Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body. Reading puts your brain to work. Your brain on books is growing and changing…
JUL
4
2019
Further Proof that Learning Styles Don’t Exist
Perhaps the most pervasive myth in education is that people learn better when taught through a preferred “learning style.” But, we must be clear on what the science and research is telling us…
JUN
13
2019
Cultivating Curiosity
Albert Einstein noted, “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.” And, it appears, perhaps unsurprisingly, that Einstein was right…
MAY
22
2019
Transitioning to College: What Every Student Should Know
The transition from high school to college is a defining moment in a student’s life. Gone are many of the safety nets a student has grown accustom to…
MAY
1
2019
Memory Retention Methods Debunked
At Moser Educational, we define “Learning Theory” as the process whereby students absorb, process, retain, and apply knowledge. Unfortunately, we spend relatively little time with our students each week…