2023 Southeast Christian School Convention workshop handouts: Thursday, September 28, 2023.
Although memorization is the lowest form of cognitive learning, it is foundational. Critical thinking cannot take place with knowledge students don’t remember. Therefore, teachers need to understand how the memory works and which methods will help students achieve mastery.
- Nothing replaces quality instruction at the onset.
- Use variety to teach new vocabulary words.
- Remove distractions and optimize focus.
- Methodically target specific concepts and material.
- Space out repetitions.
- Utilize mixed practices.
- Prioritize quizzing to provide retrieval practice.
- Utilize the 3×3 strategy.
- Keep quizzing focused on retrieval, not grades.
- Understand the limitations of speed retrieval.
- Utilize teenagers’ desire for social learning.
- Build pathways with emotions.
- Use muscular activity to enhance memory.
- Use the visual + verbal combination to increase processing.
