Insights on How We Learn Effectively.

Learning has become a social and economic imperative, just as relevant in the workplace as it is in the classroom. Though access to educational resources has improved dramatically in recent years, bad study habits and entrenched learning myths still hold learners back from mastering subjects and realizing their potential.

As technology continues to alter the way we work, educate, and live, it is more important than ever to invest in effective learning practices that can unlock the promise of successful education and training. Corporations will need to harness technology, along with effective learning strategies, to upskill and reskill employees successfully in the age of digital transformation.

"Learning is a fundamental practice that underpins everything we do as humans. Unfortunately, we're not set up to succeed at learning effectively," says Paul Mumma, CEO of Cerego, San Francisco, Calif., an adaptive learning platform.

Some of the key findings from Cerego include:

* People are more accurate at recalling information in the morning, but they learn more effectively in the evening. The time of day when you are feeling fresh and answering...