Retrieval Bootcamp is a free, three-session program that gives educators the science, tools, and practical support to make spaced retrieval a lasting classroom habit.
Session 1: Thursday, 24 September 2026, 17:00 BST – The Science of Memory
Session 2: Thursday, 1 October, 2026, 17:00 BST – Creating Effective Retrieval Materials
Session 3: Thursday, 8 October, 2026, 17:00 BST – Turning Retrieval Into Habit
This is for you if….
- You want students to remember more of what you teach
- You know retrieval practice works but struggle with consistent implementation
- Your students rely too heavily on cramming and passive review
- You want practical, evidence-informed strategies, not more theory
- You want students to become more effective, independent learners
- You’d like to build a stronger culture of retrieval across your department or school
What You’ll Cover…
Across three focused sessions, Retrieval Bootcamp moves from the science of memory and spaced retrieval, to creating effective retrieval materials, to building the routines and incentives that make retrieval practice stick. You’ll learn from leading voices in learning science, including bestselling author and retrieval-practice expert Kate Jones, alongside Brainscape founder and CEO Andrew Cohen, and others. Throughout the program, you’ll use Brainscape, a digital flashcard platform built around active recall, metacognition, and spaced repetition, to put those principles into practice with your students.
Participants will receive:
- Three live 20-minute training sessions
- Recordings of every session
- Practical articles, videos, and implementation resources
- Expert feedback on your digital retrieval setup
- A free lifetime Brainscape educator account
- Three months of Brainscape Pro for your department
- A Brainscape Associate Educator certificate
Three weeks, three focused sessions, and a practical system you can keep using long after the bootcamp ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Retrieval Bootcamp really free?
Yes. The program, recordings, supporting resources, expert feedback, educator account, Brainscape Pro access, and completion certificate are all free.
Do I need to attend live?
No. Joining live gives you the opportunity to ask questions and interact with the presenters, but every session will be recorded and shared with registered educators.
Do I need to know anything about retrieval practice already?
No. The program begins with the essential science before moving into practical classroom implementation. Educators who already use retrieval practice will also benefit from the focus on consistency, student behavior, assessment, technology, and wider implementation.
Is this just training on how to use Brainscape?
No. Retrieval Bootcamp is first and foremost about how to implement spaced retrieval successfully. You’ll learn about memory, retrieval practice, study behavior, assessment, motivation, classroom routines, and wider school implementation. Brainscape simply provides the practical digital environment for applying those principles with your students.
Can several educators from the same school join?
Absolutely. In fact, joining with colleagues can make it easier to collaborate on learning materials, establish shared expectations, and begin building a consistent approach across your department or school.
Is Retrieval Bootcamp available internationally?
Yes. Educators from anywhere in the world can participate. The principles of memory and retrieval practice apply across curricula and education systems, and recordings mean you can complete the program even if the live sessions fall outside your time zone.
What happens after the three weeks?
The goal is for Retrieval Bootcamp to be the beginning, not the end. You can continue using your retrieval system with students, monitor their study habits, evaluate the impact on learning, and gradually expand successful practices across your department or school.
Educators who demonstrate sustained implementation may also have the opportunity to work toward advanced Brainscape educator certification.