A Guide to Effective Studying and Learning
Practical Strategies from the Science of Learning
Published on 14. January 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
306 pages
978-0-19-021447-0 (ISBN)
Description
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.
short format and action lists to show them how to apply the science to their own learning.
Reviews / Votes
"This unique book will make students better learners by exposing the science of learning in a practical and accessible manner, backed by the latest and greatest findings in the fields of cognitive psychology, education, and the science of learning."--Alan Castel, University of California, Los AngelesIt helps students become better at learning based on actual psychology research. It's written by experts who are scientists and teachers. It has engaging demonstrations and practical tips.
-- Jason R. Finley, iFontbonne Universityr
"This is a well-written text that provides students with the applied knowledge to better their ability to learn and remember information and provides the empirical research to illustrate how these techniques work."--Jeffrey Anastasi, Sam Houston State University
"A Guide to Effective Studying and Learning is a wonderful compilation of the science behind learning and will serve students well who are looking for the theoretical basis behind learning. The most important topics students need to know to become better learners are covered fully in this text."--Corinne Corte, Arizona State University
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
Illustrations
Weight
300 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-021447-0 (9780190214470)
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Persons
Matthew Rhodes teaches courses in cognitive psychology, human learning and memory, and mind, brain, and behavior at Colorado State University. He studies learning and memory. His lab researches the subjective experience of memory and metacognition.
Anne Cleary teaches courses in human learning and memory at Colorado State University. She studies human memory processes and their involvement in learning. Her lab researches human memory with a focus on failure to recall information when searching for a memory, or residual memory during memory retrieval failure.
Edward DeLosh teaches courses in the science of learning, cognitive psychology, human learning and behavior, and mind, brain, and behavior at Colorado State University. He studies basic encoding and retrieval processes in human learning and memory. His lab researches applied learning and memory with a focus on how to enhance teaching and student learning.
Anne Cleary teaches courses in human learning and memory at Colorado State University. She studies human memory processes and their involvement in learning. Her lab researches human memory with a focus on failure to recall information when searching for a memory, or residual memory during memory retrieval failure.
Edward DeLosh teaches courses in the science of learning, cognitive psychology, human learning and behavior, and mind, brain, and behavior at Colorado State University. He studies basic encoding and retrieval processes in human learning and memory. His lab researches applied learning and memory with a focus on how to enhance teaching and student learning.
Content
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
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