Cognitive Learning Theory

I feel that the learning resources we have considered this week are great tools to use when considering cognitive learning. According to Dr. Orey, students will retain information best when they learn it through multiple avenues. When students do not retain information, they have not forgotten it, but merely forgotten how to retrieve that information (Laureate Education, 2009). The use of tools like concept maps, successful note taking skills and teacher cues are ways to aid in information retention. Concept maps are a visual way for students to organize information. Cognitive learning is based in organization. Make a way for students to be able to get back to the information that they have learned. Concept maps are ways to organize the information as it is going into the brain. Cues are ways to trigger memories which will lead the students back to the information and successful note taking is yet another way to aid in organization. All of these ideas are avenues to help students retain as much as they possibly can.

Resources:

Laureate Education, Inc. (Producer). (2009). Cognitive Learning Theories. [Motion picture]. Bridging learning theory, instruction, and technology. Baltimore, MD: Wolfe