The Importance of Deliberate Practice in Learning Math

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The memory is a powerful thing you know so let's use it and absolutely things like times tables we need to have those memorized and everybody can do it they just need a lot a lot of practice. It reminded me also of teaching my daughter to drive a standard transmission which a lot of people don't know how to do anymore but we happen to have a vehicle that was standard transmission and I just know how toDo it like it's in my head. The same thing kind of happens with math if you get a lot ofpractice with problems you start to get these problem techniques in your head and when you see a problem you just kind of know how to solve it. That brings me to

Join Anna Stokke as she interviews Dr. Barbara Oakley, an engineering professor whose work focusses on the relationship between neuroscience and social behaviour. She is an expert on learning tough subjects and has written several books for teachers and students that detail science-based techniques for learning.

They cover learning techniques such as chunking and deliberate practice. They explore why being a slower learner may not necessarily be a drawback and consider whether it’s possible to catch up on math skills later in life. Dr. Oakley shares some effective study techniques and offers strategies for overcoming procrastination.

Post-secondary educators and teachers will not want to miss this episode. The learning tips discussed will also be invaluable for students, parents and anyone who wants to become better at learning math.

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