Practical Implications of Cognitive Theories

Practical Implications of Cognitive Theories

Practical suggestions and application of six principles from cognitive psychology can make learning more efficient now and produce learners who will be more self-sufficient in the future. This means redefining student and teacher roles, organizing the course and content in a way consistent with how...

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Published in:New directions for teaching and learning no. 45; p. 27
Main Author: Svinicki, Marilla D
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: 1991
Subjects:
Cognitive Psychology
College Instruction
Higher Education
Learning Theories
Metacognition
Student Development
Teacher Role
Theory Practice Relationship
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Summary:Practical suggestions and application of six principles from cognitive psychology can make learning more efficient now and produce learners who will be more self-sufficient in the future. This means redefining student and teacher roles, organizing the course and content in a way consistent with how learning occurs, and helping students learn how to learn content. (Author/MSE)
Bibliography:Theme issue: "College Teaching: From Theory to Practice."
ISSN:0271-0633
DOI:10.1002/tl.37219914506