Make It Stick: The Science Of Successful Learning May 2026

: Attempting to solve a problem before being shown the answer primes your brain to learn the solution. Actionable Tips for Learners Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning

The book by Peter C. Brown, Henry L. Roediger III, and Mark A. McDaniel argues that many common study habits—like rereading and highlighting—are actually ineffective. Instead, the authors present evidence-based strategies from cognitive psychology that make learning more "durable" and "sticky". Core Concepts Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning

: Connecting new information to what you already know deepens understanding. : Attempting to solve a problem before being