Learning Science Writer
Ingrid Larsen
Ingrid writes about how people actually retain knowledge, spacing, retrieval, and why most 'learning' apps optimize for something else.
Last updated: August 2026
Articles by Ingrid Larsen
Learning Science · 8 min read
Interleaving: Why Mixing Topics Beats Mastering One at a Time
Geopolitics · 9 min read
Ports, Straits and Pipelines: How to Read a Geopolitical Map
Geopolitics · 9 min read
Semiconductors: The New Oil? A Calm Guide to the Chip Map
Knowledge Nuggets · 10 min read
The Economics of Everyday Things: 9 Prices That Make No Sense Until They Do
Learning Science · 8 min read
The Illusion of Knowing: Why Highlighting Feels Great and Does Nothing
Learning Science · 8 min read
Cognitive Load: Why Shorter Lessons Teach More
Learning Science · 9 min read
Spaced Repetition, Explained Like a Museum Tour
Geopolitics · 10 min read
Why Geography Still Decides More Than Politicians Do
Comparisons · 10 min read
Imprint vs Headway vs MindSnap: Which Learning App Fits How You Learn?
Learning Science · 10 min read
Micro-Learning vs. Book Summaries: What Actually Sticks?
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