(eBook PDF) A Guide to Effective Studying and Learning: Practical Strategies from the Science of Learning – Digital Ebook – Instant Delivery Download
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- ISBN-10 : 0190214473
- ISBN-13 : 978-0190214470
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In contrast with other texts in the field, which offer advice based on intuition or opinion, A Guide to Effective Studying and Learning is the first text of its kind to be based on learning research. Covering understanding, innovation, creativity, and collaboration & teamwork, this practical guide introduces readers to the actual science of learning. It uses demonstrations to help students understand how recommended techniques actually work and short format and action lists to show them how to apply the science to their own learning.
table of contents:
Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION
What Should Guide us in Learning how to Learn?
Chapter 2 SCIENCE
A Science Based Approach to Life and Learning
Chapter 3 THE SCIENCE OF MEMORY
Research Methods in the Science of Learning
Chapter 4 METACOGNITION
Understanding Your Own Memory
Chapter 5 ELABORATION
Can You Expand on That? Boosting Learning and Retention Through Elaboration
Chapter 6 IMAGERY
The Benefits of Imagery on Learning and Training
Chapter 7 ORGANIZATION
The Importance of Organization For Remembering and Processing Information.
Chapter 8 DISTRIBUTED PRACTICE
Give It a Break! Spacing Your Study and Practice
Chapter 9 TESTING YOURSELF
The Benefits of Testing Yourself Often
Chapter 10 CUES YOU CAN USE
How to Jog Your Memory
Chapter 11 LEARNING IS MORE THAN REMEMBERING
Enhancing Understanding
Chapter 12 SOCIAL ASPECTS OF LEARNING
Learning in a Group Context