Explore the synergy between cognition, memory, and retrieval practice to empower exam success in our comprehensive half-day workshop. Delve into evidence-based strategies that transform teaching across subjects, enhancing students' ability to comprehend and remember curriculum content.
The course is designed for educators who aspire to unlock their students' potential through the power of understanding memory and cognition. Durinng this half-day online workshop, teachers will gain invaluable insights into the primary mechanisms of the mind that foster deep comprehension and robust memory traces, enabling students to navigate the curriculum with confidence and expertise. We'll dissect evidence-informed principles, including visual learning strategies that not only enhance retention but also make learning a visually engaging experience. Participants will be equipped to facilitate critical thinking, a cornerstone of lifelong learning, and to harness the power of oracy to fortify understanding and memory recall. The workshop is structured to be a collaborative session where educators can actively engage with the materials, discuss with peers, and apply these techniques in a supportive, interactive environment. By integrating these tools into your teaching, you'll be able to guide your students to think critically and understand deeply.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Deputy head teachers, teaching and learning Leads and classroom based teachers interested in how to enable students to compartmentalise knowledge and understanding.
KEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Identify and apply the cognitive processes that underpin effective learning and memory retention, suitable for a range of subjects.
Master evidence-based retrieval practices to strengthen students' long-term memory and exam performance.
Utilize visual learning strategies to create more impactful, memorable learning experiences.
Develop and implement critical thinking exercises that enhance student comprehension and analytical skills.
Integrate oracy techniques to improve cognitive processing and memory consolidation for complex concepts.
FACILITATOR
Paul’s professional interests lie firmly in the science of learning. The tools and strategies that he develops enables children to ‘think for themselves’. All of his work is focused on finding out how children learn most effectively and then sharing this with his network of schools and teachers. His community use his research and resources to inform classroom practice and make learning accessible to everyone.
After several years collaborating with NFER and Curious Minds, he set up his own practice, Structural Learning. He now creates his own classroom tools and publishes frameworks to a broad spectrum of global schools. His overall aim is to help children think critically and to take more ownership of the learning process. The mantra that keeps him focused is ‘learning is learnable’; we all have the ability to think creatively and problem solve effectively.
