Building TafelTrainer #3: How we designed an adaptive algorithm for learning multiplication facts
What is 7 x 6? Multiplication facts like the one above are a cornerstone of the mathematics curriculum around the world. Having a good grasp of basic mathematical skills like multiplication sets learners up for success in more complex mathematical domains. Children in primary education in the Netherlands are expected to achieve fluent mastery of […]
Building TafelTrainer #2: Classroom pilot
Engaging in usability testing with younger users demands a careful and considerate approach, especially when working with children. The primary goal of usability testing is to have users interact with your product, allowing close observation of their navigation through a set of tasks. In this way you can test the functionality of your product. In […]
Building TafelTrainer #1: Usability Testing
Usability testing plays a crucial role in the product creation journey. Conducting usability testing sheds light on understanding whether your users find your product easy and intuitive to use, making it an essential skill for every UX designer in their daily jobs. In this blog, I will cover my personal experience in conducting testing of […]
How you can use retrieval practice strategies to study more effectively
Imagine you have just finished reading through your study material. Now, as you sit there with the knowledge fresh in your mind, consider this: How do you ensure it stays with you when you need it most? This blog will argue that the short answer is retrieval practice – the art of actively trying to […]
Effective Study Strategies #2: Taking advantage of testing and spacing effects
In the preceding blog post we shed light on common pitfalls for students while studying. It became evident that relying on last-minute cramming for an upcoming exam is suboptimal. Instead, effective time management and finding a suitable study environment are essential components of successful studying. This brings us to the next step of our guide […]
Effective Study Strategies: Common Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them
Preparing for an exam is a stressful process. You might find yourself asking questions like am I using my time wisely? Is this the right thing to do? and what should I be doing differently? Finding straight answers to these questions can be difficult. Misconceptions about effective study habits are common, and they can lead […]
Flashcard Fundamentals #3: Generating Flashcards using AI
The previous blog posts in this series provided practical guidance for creating effective flashcards. Retrieval practice with well-designed flashcards is one of the best ways to learn and remember factual information. The process of making good flashcards can be quite time-consuming, however. Manually putting together a list of foreign-language vocabulary items and their translations, or […]
Mastering and Retaining Knowledge Through Adaptive Learning: Exploring Education’s Future
On november 1st we hosted a webinar about insights on the topics of Adaptive Learning, Continuous Assessment and the Mastery Credit System.
Flashcard Fundamentals #2: Designing the most Effective Cues and Answer Options for Retrieval Practice
Thomas Wilschut and Myrthe Braam Retrieval practice is generally seen as one of the best learning methods: testing yourself is amongst the most effective ways to learn. In this blogpost series, we present a guide to making the best content for retrieval practice. In our last post, we discussed that retrieval works well for both […]
Flashcard Fundamentals: Choosing the Right Question
Memory retrieval is the process of fetching memories from storage and making them usable. Practising retrieval can be a fantastic aid to learning new information. Building a solid knowledge base is important in any classroom or training setting. Traditionally, this is done with flashcards, and while digital tools like MemoryLab have improved on the format, […]
