Teaching on Purpose #21 Utilising memory

In this episode of Teaching on Purpose, Adam and Yamina discuss the importance of utilizing memory in education, focusing on cognitive load theory and practical techniques for enhancing memory retention in students. They explore various strategies for teachers to help students connect prior knowledge with new information, emphasizing the balance between explicit instruction and discovery learning.

Takeaways

• Memory is crucial for learning
• Balance explicit teaching with discovery

Chapters

• 00:00 Understanding Memory in Education
• 11:40 Techniques for Utilizing Memory
• 19:03 Exploring Student Knowledge and Discovery