Effective Learning and Instruction – Cognitive Principles, Strategies, Tools [Hardcover] [Jan 01, 2017] Klaus Petritsch, Ph.D. - Hardcover

Klaus Petritsch, Ph.D.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1680958917 ISBN 13: 9781680958911

Publisher: G E-Learning, 2017

Synopsis

This is a special collection of recent research and proven guidelines for effective learning and instructional design. After a brief overview of present and future educational challenges, and ways to influence the teaching practice at universities, several methods to maximize cognitive performance are described. These methods include the effects of spaced repetition, enactment/gestures, smart sleeping patterns, effective retrieval practice, and testing methods that double as learning activities. Instructional strategies are then discussed that include simple rules for effective online and face-to-face instruction, group work, and experience with online learning. Subsequent articles discuss simulations, games, and examples how mysterious, unusual topics like heavy metal music, or goblins can successfully promote scientific thinking. The final part of the collection informs about educational tools like massive open online courses (MOOCs), a thoroughly designed reading learning game, and

Edition details

• Publisher: G E-Learning
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1680958917
• ISBN 13: 9781680958911
• Binding: Hardcover
• Editor: Klaus Petritsch Ph.D.