Workshops
SciLearn Speaker Series
McGill | Taking the Big 3 into the Classroom
October 29, 2021 | 11:30 - 12:30 PM
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Looking to use the latest research in cognitive science to boost student learning in coursework? Join us for a new speaker series tailored for McGill instructors and open to all with an interest in cognition and education. The series launches with a presentation and workshop by Drs. Joe Kim & Faria Sana from McMaster University and is part of SciLearn, the Office of Science Education’s program to help McGill students get the most out of university learning.
The scientific study of human learning and memory consists of thousands of experiments dedicated to identifying cognitive processes fundamental to learning. The big three to emerge from the lab are spaced learning, interleaved practice and retrieval practice. In this workshop, Dr. Sana will summarize when and why these methods promote learning, discuss how we can implement these methods in our teaching, and explore solutions for practical challenges to building durable learning.
Presenter(s)
Dr. Faria Sana
Associate Professor in Psychology at Athabasca University, and an Adjunct Professor in Psychology at McMaster University and at the University of AlbertaDr. Faria Sana is an Associate Professor in Psychology at Athabasca University, and an Adjunct Professor in Psychology at McMaster University and at the University of Alberta. Her research interests include applying cognitive principles of memory and attention into educational contexts to promote durable and efficient student learning. Dr. Sana’s research program is funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council, and has been prominently featured in the New York Times, the Atlantic, Globe and Mail and numerous education media outlets.
Additional information
- Location
- Virtual
- Organizer
- Office of Science Education - McGill
- Language
- English
- Fee
- Free
- Please note
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The Zoom meeting link will become immediately available upon registration.
Please view the event details and contact Hilary Sweatman (hilary.sweatman@mail.mcgill.ca) with any questions.