Flashcards are a simple and familiar study tool—but many learners use them in ways that limit their impact. Without structured strategies, flashcards often become a means of rote memorization, falling short of building a strong foundation of knowledge and supporting long-term retention.
As educators, you can help shift that approach. By aligning learners’ study habits with the science of retrieval practice, you can ensure they’re using flashcards to actively reinforce knowledge, promote recall, and build lasting understanding.
Join Dr. Cynthia Nebel, Director of Learning Services at St. Louis University School of Medicine, and Dr. Althea Kaminske, Senior Director of Student Academic Success at Indiana University School of Medicine, for a research-based webinar on maximizing the impact of flashcards. Discover how to guide learners in developing purposeful, effective study routines grounded in learning science.
In this webinar, you will learn how to:
- Explain the learning science behind flashcards to help your students understand and apply retrieval-based study methods
- Recognize when and how to recommend flashcards based on the learning context and goals
- Guide learners in adopting research-backed flashcard strategies while helping them avoid common mistakes
Event Details:
Thur, July 24, 2025
3:00 PM Eastern Time
What Registrants Will Receive Following the Event:
- Presentation Slides
- Certificate of Attendance (COA)
Dr. Cynthia Nebel
Director of Learning Services at St. Louis University School of Medicine
Dr. Althea Kaminske
Senior Director of Student Academic Success at Indiana University School of Medicine
Dr. Nebel and Dr. Kaminske are collaborators on The Learning Scientist, a project focused on translating cognitive science into effective classroom practices. Their shared work supports educators in applying research-backed strategies to improve learner outcomes in higher and professional education.
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