This week deals with cognitive learning theories. Dr. Michael Orey discusses different strategies and hypotheses. One of the the three stages of information processing that Dr. Orey discusses is long term memory. When dealing with long-term memory I try to tie most of the content material that I teach to life experiences. By giving my students experiences to tie their learning to I believe that I am providing them with a link to recall such content. I also try to utilize many pictures and images in my instruction. By giving the students a visual representation, I am helping students make the necessary connections and links to material.
One of the tools that Dr. Orey discussed was concept mapping. I have yet to utilize this tool. Our application this week deals with concept mapping. I can't wait to experience the tool and utilize it in my classroom. I am hoping the experience will be a pleasant one.
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Susie - concept mapping is an interesting tool. Our school district went to it this year as a requirement, but I didn't realize that's what it was until I read about it here. It helps the kids organize things better, when used properly. I'm still figuring that last part out. :-)
ReplyDeleteSusie- I just wrote in the Walden discussion that I've planned a simple concept map in my 6th grade lesson for tomorrow on The Beatles. I too am new to the idea as an organizational tool- why did my teachers never do these when I was in school? I'm proud of teachers today and all the tricks and tools they have to help their students succeed in school!
ReplyDeleteBeth - your school district has concept mapping as a requirement? What are they asking that you do specifically?
ReplyDeleteMeghan - Best of luck on the lesson. The Beatles should be interesting.
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