Secret Life of Learning alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Secret Life of Learning (instructional design, reading comprehension and cognitive load theory). The closest matches are Dr Phil's Learning Research Digest, The Next 30 Years and Zach Groshell. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About Secret Life of Learning

Secret Life of Learning publishes opinion essays and instructional design articles focused on reading comprehension, cognitive load theory, and assessment reform for educators and researchers. The content prioritizes…

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  1. 1

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 21 days ago

    From recent posts: The Learning Research Digest publishes weekly summaries of peer-reviewed research on AI in education, cognitive load, and metacognition for researchers and practitioners in learning science. Issues consistently blend…

    Likely audience: Learning Scientists

    2 shared topics

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    The Next 30 Years5K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 19 days ago

    A platform seeking to bridge the gaps between education practice, policy, and research.

    Likely audience: School administrators

    2 shared topics

  3. 3
    Zach Groshell3K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 15 days ago

    From recent posts: Zach Groshell publishes a series of articles on instructional design, educational psychology, and the development of educational software and games. The content focuses on curriculum development, cognitive load theory…

    Likely audience: Instructional designers

    2 shared topics

  4. 4

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 38 days ago

    I will write about anything that helps identify the best practices for science & literacy integration for early elementary students.

    Likely audience: curriculum designers

    2 shared topics

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    Minding the Gap28K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago

    From recent posts: Minding the Gap publishes opinionated essays on education reform, pedagogy, and technology for educators, researchers, and policymakers. The publication consistently covers topics such as literacy instruction, cognitive…

    Likely audience: Education journalists and podcast producers

    1 shared topic

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    Substacklast post Jul 20, 2026

    From recent posts: The Science of Learning publishes critical essays on educational psychology, research methodology, and teacher education, specifically targeting educators and professionals seeking rigorous evidence over anecdotal…

    Likely audience: Teacher educators

    1 shared topic

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    Educating AI12K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Let's figure how to best integrate and implement generative AI into today's classrooms!

    Likely audience: School administrators

    1 shared topic

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    Curriculum This Week11K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago

    A weekly bulletin bringing together curriculum leaders.

    Likely audience: Subject leaders

    1 shared topic

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    CALEC Bulletin7K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 23 days ago

    Empowering Multilingual Families and Linguistic Communities through Education, Knowledge, Advocacy, and Publishing with TBR Books

    Likely audience: language learners

    1 shared topic

  10. 10
    Homeschool Ish6K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 54 days ago

    The insider scoop on homeschooling the way you want to! 🥳

    Likely audience: Homeschooling parents

    1 shared topic

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    Pershmail3K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 20 days ago

    From recent posts: Pershmail publishes weekly articles on mathematics education, cognitive load theory, and educational policy analysis for teachers and researchers. The publication mixes in-depth research critiques with practical…

    Likely audience: School administrators

    1 shared topic

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    tawnyameans1K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

    Documenting the transformation of education through thoughtful human+AI collaboration

    Likely audience: instructional designers

    1 shared topic

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    sicrano1K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

    Talvez você esteja sofrendo do problema errado. Investigações da vida interior através da literatura, da linguagem e da experiência. Sair de Sodoma é fácil. Difícil é não olhar para trás.

    Likely audience: candidates preparing for job interviews

    1 shared topic

  14. 14
    Project Pericles1K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

    Placing community-engaged civic learning at the heart of higher education.

    Likely audience: Higher education administrators

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    SCHOOLED is Michael J. Petrilli’s twice-weekly newsletter restarting the ed reform conversation. Expect sharp analysis, curated commentary, and lively debates—including from YOU. This is one newsletter you won’t want to…

    Likely audience: education policy analysts

    1 shared topic

  16. 16

    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    Likely audience: Sunday School teachers

    1 shared topic

  17. 17

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago

    Likely audience: Educators and Teachers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post Aug 21, 2026

    Welcome to the Teach FE (ITE & Quality) Network! Sector-wide professional community to support Teacher-Educators, Trainee Teachers and those involved in professional development, and teaching and learning across the…

    Likely audience: teachers

    1 shared topic

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    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

    Insights, strategies, and resources to spark curiosity & foster hands-on learning in social studies & science classrooms

    Likely audience: K-12 educators

    1 shared topic

  20. 20

    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 21 days ago

    Transforming Sales Pros & Teams To New Levels of Profitability

    Likely audience: Sales professionals

    1 shared topic

  21. 21

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

    My personal Substack

    Likely audience: Educational coaches

    1 shared topic

  22. 22

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago

    Se vuoi, ogni tanto condividerò con te quello che scrivo, leggo, vedo, vivo.

    Likely audience: Content creators

    1 shared topic

  23. 23

    LinkedInMonthly or less · last post 24 days ago

    Keep up to date with all things Dulcie, Top Right Thinking and The 52 Project.

    Likely audience: Mentors and coaches

    1 shared topic

  24. 24

    LinkedInMonthly or less · last post 17 days ago

    Accessibility and Disability Inclusion in the Workplace

    Likely audience: Instructional designers

    1 shared topic

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