COGx

07/30/2025

🔔 Live Webinar for Educators
We’re excited to join forces with the Curriculum Center for Family and Consumer Sciences (CCFCS) at Texas Tech University to introduce the COGx Science of Learning Professional Development Series, led by our Founder & Executive Director, Javier Arguello.

🔍 Backed by 1,300+ research studies
🧠 Co-created with leading experts in human learning
🛠️ Full of practical strategies you can use right away
📅 August 5th, 2025 | ⏰ 10:00 AM Central
🎟️ Complimentary and open to all educators

👉 Register here: https://zurl.co/hrWUJ

03/25/2025

The Skills Gap is Real. 🚧

Employers want critical thinkers, communicators, and problem-solvers, but too often, students leave school without these essential skills.

In today’s world, 21st-century skills matter just as much as knowledge. The key? Science-backed strategies and practice in feedback-rich environments.

🔗 Learn more: https://zurl.co/BN4xR
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**This is an excerpt from a webinar COGx co-hosted with Yale titled "Schooling as if Learning Mattered"

03/19/2025

From Cramming to Mastery - Rethinking How We Learn.

Today’s learning often feels like a hot dog eating contest, stuffing in information only to forget it soon after. True mastery comes from applying evidence-based strategies that promote deep and durable learning and not short-term cramming.

🔗 Learn more: https://zurl.co/oVPOA
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01/17/2025

😔 Nearly half of K-12 students report feelings of sadness or hopelessness—a sharp increase since 2011; according to the New York Times.

This data is a wake-up call for all educators. Supporting emotional health is critical for helping students thrive both in and out of the classroom.

Let’s prioritize student well-being through informed strategies and meaningful action 🌟 See more here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=px3xElgMX8A

12/05/2024

📈 The chronic absenteeism rate has doubled—from 16% in 2019 to 33% in 2022; according to Education Week & Attendance Works.
What’s behind this alarming trend, and how can we help students re-engage with learning?

At COGx, we work with educators to design solutions that address the root causes and bring back the joy when learning 📝✨ See more here! https://zurl.co/DkT9

12/03/2024

Who can benefit from the Science of Learning? 🤔

In this video, Tara Kelishadi, trained by COGx for the National Memory Competition, poses a critical question to the expert panel: Which students will gain the most from the Science of Learning?

Watch as Javier Arguello, our Executive Director, delivers an insightful and thought-provoking answer.

11/28/2024

As we gather around the table this Thanksgiving, let’s take a moment to reflect on what we’re grateful for in our lives and our learning journeys.

At COGx, we’re thankful for our incredible community, dedicated educators, and the opportunity to support growth through applied science of learning.

Wishing everyone a joyful holiday filled with warmth, gratitude, and meaningful connections! 🍂💛

11/26/2024

11/21/2024

90% of educators who participate in COGx programs report gaining actionable insights that enhance learning outcomes. We’re committed to equipping teachers with research-based tools that make a meaningful difference in their students' lives. 🌟

Discover how our programs can support your teaching journey. Join us! https://zurl.co/njI4

11/19/2024

Each student progresses along a unique path, and our evaluations should reflect that. Delivering feedback privately ensures that students feel supported and can fully understand their strengths and areas for growth.

Also, remember! Please avoid vague praise like “amazing,” “brilliant,” or “perfect.” Such terms provide no specific insight into what was done well and offer no guidance for replicating high-quality work.

Let’s commit to delivering meaningful, constructive feedback that empowers our learners to thrive! 💪📚

11/14/2024

"Learning with Skills, Not Pills," a TED Talk presented by our executive director, Javier Arguello, at TEDxRockCreekPark.

With over 6,000 views, this talk continues to inspire hundreds of people to rethink our educational paradigms and the questions that education has been presenting us for years.

Don’t miss this talk! https://zurl.co/71SI

Do you know how you learn? Do you know you improve the mental skills you rely upon every day to be a better learner, especially the ones that hold you back? ...

11/13/2024

At COGx, we’re committed to making research-based learning accessible and actionable. With over 90% of educators reporting that our Professional Development program equips them with effective, easy-to-implement instructional strategies, we're proud to support teachers in creating lasting impact in the classroom. 🌟

Education is evolving, and we're here to ensure that educators have the best tools rooted in cognitive science. Join our programs and discover this by yourself! https://zurl.co/Ejl0