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Effective Learning. Henry Chung and Eric Wong Dept. of Electronic Engineering. Extracted from the presentation of Prof. Lilian Vrijmoed (BCH). What is Effective Learning ?. How much do you remember what you have learned for your latest examination ? SHORT TERM MEMORY.
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Effective Learning Henry Chung and Eric Wong Dept. of Electronic Engineering Extracted from the presentation of Prof. Lilian Vrijmoed (BCH)
What is Effective Learning ? • How much do you remember what you have learned for your latest examination ? SHORT TERM MEMORY
What is Effective Learning ? • Knowledge stored in your LONG TERM MEMORY • Knowledge which can enable you to apply the knowledge • To solve problems in different situations • To dissect ideas into constituent parts (analyse) • Etc…………….
Factors affecting Learning Effectiveness • Prior knowledge • Skill • Timely feedback / expert guidance • Self –initiative • Motivation / attitude
Motivation for Learning • To pass a test / examination • To complete an assignment Extrinsic motives • To add value to one-self • For the sake of interest Intrinsic motives
How to set the right motivation ? • Learners have to know where they are going and have a sense of progress towards their objectives • Where are you going ? • Why do you want to get there? • Are you making progress • How do you know when you are there? The first two questions are about setting goal, the last two about assessing outcomes.
Effective Learning • Bloom’s Taxonomy on Learning Outcomes: • Knowledge • Comprehension • Application • Analysis • Synthesis • Evaluation
Learning Outcomes • Knowledge • The ability to memorise and recall facts • What is ? When did……happen? • Comprehension • demonstrating understanding of facts and ideas • Compare and contrast…… In your own word, explain……..
Learning Outcomes • Application • solving problems by applying acquired knowledge • How would you apply………to develop…… ? • Analysis • Able to break up ideas into smaller components and use them accordingly • How is ………. related to……………. ?
Learning Outcomes • Synthesis • The ability to compile different ideas together into a integrated whole • Can you formulate a theory / hypothesis………. • Evaluation • The ability to judge the value of an idea with appropriate criteria • What is your opinion on…..
Effective Learner ??? • Understand and use the latest information • To see the big picture • To spot emerging trend • To set high moral and professional standards • To communicate effectively • To bring the best out of people • To take risks • To learn from mistakes • To make difficult decisions
Try to improve your learning attitude and method from now on. Spend about six hours per week on a course.