COGNITIVE LEARNING STRATEGIES

What is cognitive learning strategies (Ylvisaker, n.d.)

Cognitive learning strategies consists of a type of learning strategy that is used by learners to help them succeed with a task that is difficult and requires more than the normal effort

They are powerful tools that assist us in understanding, processing and remembering information more resourcefully

Components of Cognitive Learning (Valamis, 2023).

Comprehension - for cognitive learning to be effective and benefit a learner they need to understand the reason why they are learning acertain subject matter

Memory - Cognitive learning does not encourage
cramming of knowledge as it is not productive in education. Having a good understanding of a subject matter strengthens ones skill to connect new information with previous information

Application - Cognitive learning strategies assist you with applying new knowledge or abilities in life situations. They motivate you as you grow your problem-solving abilities.

How to apply Cognitive learning in the classroom (Oswaal, 2021)

Give short instructions

Allow students to be themselves

Use concrete visual aids

Understand the students words

Allow hands on practice

Offer a wide range of experiences

Benefits of Cognitive strategies and learning (Valamis, 2023).

Improves comprehension

Improves Problem solving abilities

Boosts Confidence

Helps to learn new things a lot quicker

Enhances learning

Teaches learners to thing more abstractly

Increased retention by using cognitive strategies like mnemonic devices, chunking

Learners are able to deepen their understanding of material

Improved critical thinking

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