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Episode 40 - Memorizing Facts vs Using Information with Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath

The Learning Scientists Podcast

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The Role of Memorization in Learning

This chapter discusses the importance of memorization as a foundational element in the learning process. It highlights how deep understanding and critical thinking are dependent on having a solid grasp of factual knowledge, using examples from language learning and medical education to illustrate its necessity.

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