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Neuroscience for Learning - Attention and cognitive overload

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In this episode, Stella Collins and Karen Mouws explore the fascinating world of neuroscience in learning. They delve into the concept of cognitive overload caused by an excessive amount of content and its impact on our brains.
Stella presents an engaging activity that demonstrates cognitive overload firsthand. Karen then shares four essential strategies to combat cognitive overload: context, connections, concrete information, and chunking.
They discuss the importance of making learning relatable, connecting new knowledge to existing knowledge, using real situations, and asking questions. Stella emphasises the significance of making learning concrete and engaging the senses. Finally, they stress the power of active learning to enhance retention.
Join Stella and Karen as they provide valuable insights and practical tips to optimise learning experiences and improve performance.

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In this episode, Stella Collins and Karen Mouws explore the fascinating world of neuroscience in learning. They delve into the concept of cognitive overload caused by an excessive amount of content and its impact on our brains.
Stella presents an engaging activity that demonstrates cognitive overload firsthand. Karen then shares four essential strategies to combat cognitive overload: context, connections, concrete information, and chunking.
They discuss the importance of making learning relatable, connecting new knowledge to existing knowledge, using real situations, and asking questions. Stella emphasises the significance of making learning concrete and engaging the senses. Finally, they stress the power of active learning to enhance retention.
Join Stella and Karen as they provide valuable insights and practical tips to optimise learning experiences and improve performance.

  continue reading

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