Book description
The international bestseller that has helped millions of students, teachers, and lifelong learners use proven approaches to learn better and remember longer. "We have made Make It Stick a touchstone for our instructors ... to gain a real advantage for our learners as they tackle some of the toughest work in the world." --Carl Czech, former Senior Instructional Systems Specialist/Advisor, US Navy SEALs Are you tired of forgetting what you learn? This groundbreaking book, based on the latest research in cognitive science, offers powerful strategies to boost memory and learning. To most of us, learning something "the hard way" means wasted time and effort. Good teaching, many believe, should be tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. Drawing on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and a ten-year collaboration among some of the world's leading experts on human learning and memory, the authors explain what really drives successful learning. With clear, real-world examples, they show how we can confidently hone our skills and learn more effectively. Many common study habits simply don't work. Underlining, highlighting, rereading, cramming, and single-minded repetition of new skills create the illusion of mastery, but gains fade quickly. Science shows that more durable learning comes from self-testing, introducing certain difficulties in practice, waiting to re-study new material until a little forgetting has occurred, and interleaving the practice of one skill or topic with another. Make It Stick breaks down these proven approaches in compelling ways and offers concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners. Full of eye-opening and inspiring stories for students, educators, and parents, Make It Stick is an indispensable guide for all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement.
About the Author
Peter C. Brown is a writer and former management consultant.
Disco Potato
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Pixie
I'd love to see more classic titles, but the current selection is already fantastic. Navigating audiobooks with ease β this app's design is user-centric. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
Married Man
ListenBook's innovative features, from audio filters to statistics, make it a standout app. I'm grateful for this app β it's made reading a part of my everyday life. ππ Reigniting my passion for books β this app is my newfound reading obsession! π₯π§ Streamlining audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is truly impressive. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Spunky Chick
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Osprey
π Who needs TV when you have this app? Every moment is a storytelling session! πΊπ§ The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playbackβit's all up to me! ListenBook is the best audiobook player Iβve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars!
Moon Peaches
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Biscuit Meg
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Mental Prophet
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. π Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores β a dance of productivity! πΆπ
Snow Pharaoh
My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features. The app's compatibility with various sources for audio download is a true time-saver.
TrixiePhany
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. π± A world of books at my fingertips β this app's user-friendly design makes it a true reading companion. ππ± Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream β simple and efficient. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace. The interface is sleek and modern. Itβs a joy to use.
Darkside Orbit
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Cujo
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Super Flick
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
Impulse
The convenience of switching between devices without losing my place is a lifesaver. π± An entire library at my fingertips β this app is a book lover's dream come true! ππ π©βπ³ Elevating culinary experiences with auditory tales β cooking has never been this entertaining and educational! π³π§ ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use.
Red Pepper
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Blink
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate β it's like they know my taste perfectly! π Dancing to the rhythm of stories while I dance through house chores β pure joy! ππ β° Maximizing my time with efficient features β this app's functionality lets me dive into stories even in the busiest moments. πβ³
Jersey
ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring! Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks with friends. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch.
ShadowFax
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. Book groups help me keep series together and navigate my collection more efficiently. A great feature! ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in! The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook. The app is so easy to use. I was up and running in minutes.
InsightfulInk
ListenBook's interface is so intuitive. I was up and running in no time. Looping playback helps me revise and memorize complex topics effectively. A study essential! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient.
Little Drunk Girl
The ability to adjust the playback speed has made my commute even more efficient. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening. Automated artwork and metadata extraction add a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience