Teaching vs. Coaching: Which do you need?
By Jeremy, October 03 2021
Do you need a teacher or a coach? You definitely need both, but at different times.
Study techniques
Study without getting tired
By Jeremy, January 03 2021
Head coach Firas Zahabi recently shared a fresh take on how to meet your goals. He talked about physical exercise—see the picture above, but his advice is useful to meet study goals as well.
When discipline wins against motivation
By Nadim, December 12 2020
Many of my students talk about motivation, but discipline can be more powerful.
Guide to memory: Why just repeating new information is a bad idea
By Jeremy, August 08 2020
Repeating new information, also called "rehearsal", is commonly called one of the worst memorization techniques. Why? Let's get into it.
Knowledge-building is the best way to learn
By Di, June 20 2020
The best learning takes place when you dig into something until you know it inside and out.
The maths of forgetting
By Matthew, February 22 2020
You forget faster than you think! There are two ways you can fight against forgetting. Read on to find out how you can forget less.
How to study when you have no time
By Jeremy, January 25 2020
You are busy. But, you still want to improve your English. So how do you make the most of the little time you have?
Study tips: Learn like Einstein
By Jeremy, December 28 2019
What is effective learning? While each person is different, we can still look at ideal examples for inspiration. Let's take a look at one of history's most renowned geniuses, Albert Einstein.
Guide to memory: How to use imagination to boost memory
By Jeremy, August 31 2019
Remembering is not just accessing information; it can also involve vivid use of the imagination. In fact, the more you imagine, the more you'll remember.
Guide to memory: Add details and connections
By Jeremy, August 24 2019
There are many ways to remember, but what's most important is that memory strategies do not occur automatically. They require time, practice and effort.