#023 Robert and Elizabeth Bjork – Memory, Forgetting, Testing, Desirable Difficulties
Mr Barton Maths Podcast
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Embracing Challenges in Learning
The chapter explores the concept of desirable difficulties in learning, emphasizing the benefits of challenging students to enhance long-term retention. It discusses aligning difficulty levels with prior knowledge and draws parallels with video games to highlight the importance of challenges in maintaining engagement. The conversation also addresses the importance of testing in improving learning outcomes and shifting student attitudes towards embracing challenges for effective learning.
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