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Adult learning has a real research base. Most of it never makes it into the room. This is where the research connects to the practice, topic by topic, in enough depth to actually change how you design.


Each set covers one topic in adult learning and builds from evidence to application. Start anywhere. The resources are free, and each one stands on its own.

Relevance in Adult Learning

Most professional learning assumes relevance. The research says that's a design flaw.

The Role of Feedback in Adult Learning

Most feedback is designed like a moment. The research says it needs to work like a cycle.

Experience Value in Adult Learning

Adult experience is the richest resource in any learning room. It's also the most consistently ignored.

Transfer of Learning

A session can go well and still change nothing. This set looks at why, and what design can do about it.

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