Most readers prefer useful advice to abstract theory. They shouldn’t.
How to stop forgetting what you read
The decisive step for long-term retention of what you read occurs long before you open the book.
Book Review: China’s Examination Hell
Why does East Asia place so well in school? A look at Ichisada Miyazaki’s excellent look at the 1300+ history of the world’s most competitive exam.
The Paradox of Burnout
Consider two different kinds of jobs: In the first job, there is prestige, interest and, in many instances, good pay and benefits. Many people see this line of work as not merely a job, but a calling. In the second job, work is simply work. While one may earn a living, and even enjoy the […]
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