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Thinking Deeply about Primary Education

Making learning more challenging

Mar 9, 2024
Elliot Morgan, an expert in education, discusses making learning more challenging. They explore what challenge is, the conditions surrounding learning, and how to sustain challenge over time. The podcast emphasizes the importance of pushing students out of their comfort zones and engaging them with tasks that promote deep knowledge.
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Quick takeaways

  • Challenge in learning stems from the intersection of prior knowledge with new information, prompting deep thinking and engagement with material.
  • Balancing cognitive load is crucial in learning, with tasks slightly surpassing mental resources to push learners out of their comfort zone.

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Defining Challenge in Learning

The podcast explores the concept of challenge in learning, defining it as the amount of effort required to successfully learn a new concept. It highlights the importance of engaging prior knowledge, emphasizing the pivotal role it plays in learning new information. The discussion delves into the idea that challenge arises when existing knowledge meets new information, requiring learners to think deeply and engage with the material.

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