Neurodiversity Podcast Learning How to Learn, Studying How to Study
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Aug 24, 2023 Cinthia Nebel, a Cognitive Psychological Scientist, discusses effective learning methods for neurodivergent learners. Topics include the debunking of multitasking, the ineffectiveness of rereading, and the importance of self-efficacy for learning.
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Core Learning Similarities
- Learning mechanisms are fundamentally similar across most people, including neurodivergent and neurotypical learners.
- Individual differences often arise from motivation and background knowledge, not how learning itself happens.
Avoid Language Noise Studying
- Avoid studying with background language noise as it distracts focus and reduces learning efficiency.
- Use music without lyrics, like classical or ambient, to create a conducive learning environment.
The Myth of Multitasking
- Multitasking is a myth; humans switch rapidly between tasks which causes attention loss.
- Effective focus means doing one task at a time to improve efficiency and reduce wasted effort.