Boost learners’ knowledge retrieval with cognitive science

By Dom Shibli2024-12-09T06:48:00

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A successful strategy to transform the teaching and learning of disciplinary and substantive knowledge into a more effective and enjoyable experience

Working scientifically can be a tricky topic, both to teach and for some students to grasp. Cognitive science is here to explain. Greater understanding of the long-term and working memory and their impacts on cognitive load can make both the teaching and learning of disciplinary and substantive knowledge not only more effective but also more enjoyable.

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