The Science of Memory And How to Use It

How much do learners actually remember from training? More importantly, why do they forget so much? This session takes you on a fast-paced, practical tour of how human memory works and what that means for instruction. You’ll explore the key systems of memory—working, short-term, and long-term—and experience firsthand why some information sticks while other details fade almost instantly.

Through interactive demonstrations, you’ll see how forgetting happens, why cramming fails, and what truly strengthens recall. More than just theory, this session connects memory science to real-world training challenges, giving you insights into why learners struggle to retain information and how to design training that makes learning stick. Whether you build courses, facilitate workshops, or coach employees, this session will transform how you think about memory—and help you create learning experiences that actually last.

Your people will learn how to:

• Understand how human memory works, so you can design training that aligns with how people naturally retain information.
• Recognize the key differences between working, short-term, and long-term memory, helping you structure content for better recall.
• Experience firsthand why some information is quickly forgotten, so you can avoid common instructional pitfalls that lead to memory loss.
• Identify the most effective strategies for strengthening retention, so your training sticks long after the session ends.
• Apply memory-friendly teaching techniques, making learning easier, more engaging, and more resistant to forgetting.
• Spot and fix training designs that overload memory, ensuring learners can absorb and apply what they’ve learned.