Tip #272: Three Learning Design Principles
This Tip looks at how working memory, sensory memory, and long-term memory affect three learning design principles. Last week, we discussed the fact that there
April 19, 2009
This Tip looks at how working memory, sensory memory, and long-term memory affect three learning design principles. Last week, we discussed the fact that there
There are actually three types of memory: working memory, sensory memory, and long-term memory. This is according to Multimodal Learning Through Media: What the Research
This week’s Tip will address the fourth challenge: How can we help SMEs learn how to select appropriate activities? Three Factors in Selecting a Learning
This Tip addresses the second of five challenges in encouraging SMEs become open to using participatory activities. When we began this discussion about encouraging SMEs
Sunburst Arrangement My favorite room set up is a sunburst arrangement. This has participants seated at rectangular tables. Each table has one end slanted toward
This Tip identifies various learning activities that can be used to insert interactivity in an auditorium setting. The Lack of Movement Limits Some Learning Activities
This Tip argues that participant introductions at the beginning of a training program are essential to their comfort. Why Participant Introductions are Made at the
When there is a lot of information to cover, not even a fast-talking lecturer will be effective. Two Reasons Why a Lecturer is Ineffective 1.
We are concluding our look at five key categories of adult learning principles, ending with the last two categories. The information that is not in
This Tip discusses four key adult learning principles that brain studies have proven to increase learning and retention. The Learning Facilitator educational model is based
This Tip compares two models of adult education, the expert presenter and the learning facilitator, to determine which is more effective. 1. Expert Presenter There
This Tip discusses a time I audited a class and saw what a kinesthetic learner needed so he would be able to actively participate. We’ve