Javier Arguello
Meet our Founder and Executive Director
Javier Arguello
Javier Arguello is the Founder and Executive Director of COGx, a research and development firm in applied cognitive science. In partnership with global experts on human learning, COGx translates learning science into evidence-based programs that improve teaching and learning. COGx works with organizations that strive to make learning success a priority and are interested in improving traditional approaches to teaching with science-based approaches that foster mastery, equity, and engagement. Javier leads the development of COGx programs in collaboration with the world’s leading experts in the science of learning as well as the organization’s global strategic partnerships with organizations that adopt COGx programs. COGx was recognized as the world’s top Science of Learning solution at the 2024 Reimagine Education Awards, sponsored by Wharton and QS; selected among 1100+ entries and a panel of 650+ judges. COGx also earned 1st place in the United States as top EdTech solution to promote college success in 2023. Javier is a frequent speaker on the topics of modernizing education, cognition and learning and adopting the science of learning to improve academic outcomes. Javier has published over 50 articles and essays and presented at dozens of global conferences and been interviewed by CNN and other global news outlets.
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Graduate Research Fellow, Cognitive Science; Harvard Kennedy School (MPA); Yale University (MBA)
As Featured On
Keynotes & Presentations
The Perfect Storm – A Conversation on Technology and Learning
How digital distractions and results-oriented education exacerbate children's aversion to learning
Singapore
Keynote: Transforming Schooling to Optimize Learning (2024)
Keynote Speaker for Association of Latino Administrators & Superintendents (ALAS) 21st Anniversary National Education Summit
Oregon, USA
A Case for Incorporating the Science of Learning (2024)
Javier Arguello imparted a session for the SMU faculty as well as host a webinar for their network of universities across South East Asia and Australia.
Singapore
Aligning the Future of Schooling to Learning Success (2024)
At the EARCOS Leadership Conference Javier Arguello led multiple discussions on how to be an effective change agent, shift paradigms to better align instruction with learning science.
Bangkok, Thailand
Democratizing Access to the Science of Learning for Equity (2023)
STTE Foundation Chairman, joined EdTech Founders on on stage as they discuss building EdTech startups focused on LatinX communities.
Texas, USA
Transforming Our Educational System (2024)
In this session, Javier Arguello explores importance of aligning teaching with cognitive science to improve learning outcomes.
California, USA
Mastery Based Teaching: Bridging the Gap Between Instruction & Assessment (2024)
session led by Javier Arguello for the teaching community at MTC members schools.
Denver, Colorado
Democratizing Access to the Science of Learning through Technology (2023)
Workshop led by Javier Arguello at the FETC Conference.
New Orleans, USA
Democratizing Access to the Science of Learning (2022)
Session Led by Javier Arguello in the Leadership Summit K12 Stream.
Bangkok, Thailand
Strategies to Target & Enhance Metacognition (2022)
Workshop led by Javier Arguello for the teachers at ECIS members schools.
London, England
Overcoming the Impact of COVID-19 to Modernize Teaching & Learning (2021)
Hosted by Yale University featuring Sanjay Sarma, MIT Professor and Founder of MIT Open Learning
Virtual
Teach for Mastery to obtain Belonging, Motivation & Engagement (2024)
Discussion on the emotion & cognition, the science behind engagement and fostering belonging.
San Francisco, USA
Addressing Learning Loss Through the Science of Learning (2021)
Moderated by Javier Arguello and featuring global experts on Human Learning.
Virtual
Turning an Ocean Liner: Why is Change In School So Hard (2021)
Hosted by Harvard Alumni for Education, this podcast features Javier Arguello as a panelist.
Virtual
Avoiding the Differentiation Trap (2023)
Workshop led by Javier Arguello at the Tri-Association Conference
Bogotá, Colombia
The Future of Education (2020)
Hosted by Ministry of Education, UAE. COGx was selected to work with the Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA).
Dubai, UAE
The Science of Learning: Aligning How We Teach to How Students Learn (2023)
Session led by Javier Arguello for the QRTA (Amman, Jordan) teaching community.
Virtual
Articles Authored by Javier Arguello
Why Professional Development Fails—and how to optimize it with learning science
The AI Illusion: School Was Never Designed for Learning—And Now That Matters
Emilia Reggio Saw What Learning Looks Like—Science Explains Why It Works
6 Evidence-Based Instructional Practices Drawn From Cognitive Science
COGx Science of Learning Programs with Javier Arguello
Teach for Mastery™
This program fills a common gap in teacher training, how do people learn? Gain a toolbox of strategies that will ensure your students remember what you teach them well beyond their time in your classroom.
Introduction to the Science of Learning
This program fills a common gap in teacher training, how do people learn? Gain a toolbox of strategies that will ensure your students remember what you teach them well beyond their time in your classroom.
Teach for Inclusion
Learn how to successfully capture your student's attention, adequately address processing speed, and discover about working memory and how students can best use it to create excellence in their classrooms.
