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Unlocking Success: Six Powerful Learning Strategies for Students
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Presented by: Anne Grey, Ed.D. and Martha Bailey, M.A.
Summary
This presentation explores the adult learning theories and brain science behind how we encode, consolidate, and retrieve information. It breaks down six proven, research-backed learning strategies: spaced learning, retrieval practice, interleaving, elaboration, concrete examples, and multisensory coding. By understanding the benefits of each method, educators can help reduce cognitive load and improve long-term memory retention for their students. The session also provides practical examples for integrating these techniques into your classroom, such as using weekly quizzes, after-class reflections, and targeted discussion prompts.
Presentation Outcomes
- Review the brain science that supports how adults learn and process information.
- Discuss the specific benefits of six effective learning practices, such as spaced learning and retrieval practice.
- Examine practical ways to integrate these evidence-based strategies into course design and student activities.
Keywords: adult learning theories, brain science, spaced learning, retrieval practice, interleaving, elaboration, multisensory coding, teaching strategies, student success, cognitive load, course design
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