Carl Hendrick On The Science That Actually Improves Learning
Sat Jan 24 2026
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We unpack what actually drives learning, why engagement is a poor proxy for understanding, and how to align curriculum, instruction, and assessment for long-term memory. Carl Hendrick challenges fads, makes a case for explicit instruction and retrieval, and explores where AI can help without doubling the workload.
• Defining learning as change in long-term memory
• Why learning styles and similar fads fail
• Curriculum as the primary lever for improvement
• Explicit instruction before independent tasks
• retrieval practice that targets hinge knowledge
• Aligning curriculum, instruction, assessment
• Limits of lesson observations as evidence
• Instructional coaching over grading teachers
• Smart uses of AI for planning and feedback
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Carl will be in the UAE for our Middle East School Leadership Conference on January 29th in Dubai at Al Habtoor Grand Hotel and Resort. www.schoolleadersme.com.
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Send us a text We unpack what actually drives learning, why engagement is a poor proxy for understanding, and how to align curriculum, instruction, and assessment for long-term memory. Carl Hendrick challenges fads, makes a case for explicit instruction and retrieval, and explores where AI can help without doubling the workload. • Defining learning as change in long-term memory • Why learning styles and similar fads fail • Curriculum as the primary lever for improvement • Explicit instruction before independent tasks • retrieval practice that targets hinge knowledge • Aligning curriculum, instruction, assessment • Limits of lesson observations as evidence • Instructional coaching over grading teachers • Smart uses of AI for planning and feedback Please hit subscribe Carl will be in the UAE for our Middle East School Leadership Conference on January 29th in Dubai at Al Habtoor Grand Hotel and Resort. www.schoolleadersme.com. Please do register at schoolleadersme.com Support the show Teach Middle East Magazine is the premier platform for educators and the entire education sector in the Middle East and beyond. Our vision is to equip educators with the materials and tools they need to function optimally in and out of the classroom. We provide a space for educators to connect and find inspiration, resources, and forums to enhance their teaching techniques, methodologies, and personal development. We connect education suppliers and service providers to the people who make the buying decisions in schools. Visit our website https://linktr.ee/teachmiddleeast. Tweet us: https://twitter.com/teachmiddleeast Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachmiddleeast/. Hosted by Leisa Grace Wilson Connect with Leisa Grace: Twitter: https://twitter.com/leisagrace LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leisagrace/