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What we are learning about learning, what we shipped this month, and what is still wrong. Written by the two of us.

Latest noteOctober 5, 2026

Consiliae v3 is live: what’s new

Consiliae v3 adds better control over reviews, resumable lessons and Knowledge Scans, improved route starting points, calculator support and several smaller changes based on learner feedback.

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October 2026

Learning scienceOctober 5, 2026 · 8 min · TuanWhy education is organised into subjects when knowledge isn’tWe teach knowledge in separate subjects, but the things we want to understand rarely fit inside one. A connected map of knowledge offers a different way to think about learning.

September 2026

MathematicsSeptember 8, 2026 · 4 min · TuanWhy 15 minutes of math a day beats binge studyingYou don’t need marathon study sessions to get better at math. Short, consistent practice gives your brain time to consolidate what you learn, making 15 focused minutes a day far more effective than trying to cram everything into one exhausting session.

August 2026

Building ConsiliaeAugust 12, 2026 · 3 min · MickyConsiliae v2, rebuilt from your feedbackWe rebuilt Consiliae from the ground up after too many of you told us you were not sure where to click next. The biggest change is not a feature, it is that you can now tell what every screen is asking of you.

MathematicsAugust 12, 2026 · 4 min · TuanRelearning math as an adult: Why starting from scratch is a trapRelearning math as an adult doesn’t mean starting over. The fastest path is finding the gaps in what you already know, then rebuilding from exactly where your understanding starts to break down.

July 2026

Learning scienceJuly 14, 2026 · 5 min · MickyWhy most people forget what they learnMost people don’t forget what they learn because they lack discipline. They forget because traditional courses rarely bring knowledge back at the right time or show how concepts connect, leaving new understanding to fade before it has a chance to stick.

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