I remember falling asleep in high school history class because the teacher always made me write copious notes. For that teacher, “engaged student” meant taking notes.
I fell asleep (which cognitively suggests I was not engaged) simply because I was lazy or unfocused.
Despite our modern understanding of learning and the human brain, many teachers continue to encourage students to take notes linearly.
“What if I haven’t studied enough?” “What if I get asked a tricky question?” “What if I forget what I studied?” “What if I still have gaps I haven’t found yet?” Well, I tell you that all of these questions arise from the same underlying cause: the black box of learning.
As educators, we all strive to provide the best learning experiences for our students. However, implementing evidence-based learning strategies presents numerous challenges due to the complex nature of education systems. In this article, we will explore why evidence-based learning is not enough and why we need to address the research-practice gap in education.
How Do You Spend Your Study Time? Reflecting on the amount of time you devote to studying, you may find that a great portion is taken up by relearning and revising facts you have forgotten. The solution, which may sound improbable, is to make sure you don’t need to review material in the first place. […]
Ever wondered why conventional approaches to learning and revision don’t seem to be working? Dr Justin Sung will explain how some research-backed alternatives can completely transform the learning experience.