

Mnemonic Systems and Independent Research with Andy Matuschak
24 snips Feb 19, 2022
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Apple’s Pixel-Perfect Craftsmanship
- Apple engineers used jeweller's loops to inspect pixels closely and ensure design precision.
- Andy Matuschak was amazed by Apple’s extraordinary craftsmanship mindset during the iPhone’s early development.
Children Engage with Open-ended History
- Andy’s team created an open-ended online learning system engaging kids in historical cause-effect discussions.
- Students loved interacting and writing on each other's ideas, generating joyful, lively learning energy.
Space Repetition’s Emotional Challenge
- Space repetition systems often feel discouraging because they focus on prompts users struggle to remember.
- This leads to misperceptions of poor progress, reducing motivation despite actual learning gains.