Make It Stick

Tired of rereading notes only to forget everything by test day? What if you could spend less time studying but remember more? This summary reveals the scientifically-proven learning strategies that actually work, transforming how you absorb and retain new information for good. Discover why common study habits like highlighting and cramming are counterproductive. You'll learn powerful, counterintuitive techniques like retrieval practice, spacing, and interleaving. These methods will help you build deep, lasting knowledge, whether you're a student, a professional, or a lifelong learner.

Peter C. Brown, Henry L. Roediger III, and Mark A. McDaniel are cognitive scientists and a master storyteller who united their distinct expertise to reveal the true science of learning. Roediger and McDaniel, both leading researchers in human learning and memory, partnered with Brown, a writer with a passion for clear communication, after he experienced the power of their methods firsthand. Their collaboration bridges the gap between groundbreaking laboratory research and the practical, everyday challenges of mastering new knowledge and skills effectively.