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Memory Techniques
AUTHOR: Margaret
Prothero
English Skills
I've a great memory for forgetting, David.
-Robert Louis Stevenson, from Kidnapped.
Introduction
"I have very bad news," says the doctor.
"You have cancer, and you have Alzheimer's." "Well,"
says the patient, "at least I don't have cancer!"
Obviously, students need strong memory skills in
order to recall the vast amount of information they learn from
their courses and readings. Unfortunately, many students consider
their ability to remember to be one of their greatest weaknesses.
Some students also believe that having a great memory
is something one is born with. However, once they understand that
memory can be strengthened and learn some specific memory "tricks"
and strategies to use, students will become more confident in
their memory abilities-their understanding will be deepened, their
study more efficient and recall faster and more reliable.
Learning Objectives
Lesson Goal
Faculty will improve their understanding of memory techniques
and ways in which they can be applied to their courses.
Learning Objectives
Faculty will:
- understand seven memory principles
- be able to incorporate the above memory principles
into their courses
- appreciate the value of promoting effective
memory and study habits with their students
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