The Science of Learning: How Cognitive Psychology Can Help You Right Now! – Middle Semester

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    “The Science of Learning: How Cognitive Psychology Can Help You Right Now equips students with evidence-based strategies to enhance their learning and memory, improve their study habits, and optimize their academic performance, while offering fascinating insights into the workings of the human brain.” ~ Dr. Jessica

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    Art abstractly depicting students learning - The Science of Learning
    InstructorDr. Jessica Koehler
    Content LevelsGrades 9-10 • Lower High School
    Grades 11-12 • Upper High School
    Course Length8 Weeks
    Live Webinars Held OnThursdays, 3:00 - 3:50 PM Pacific - Middle Semester - 3/28/24 - 5/18/24

    What if I told you that it is possible to hack your brain to learn more effectively and efficiently? Would you believe me?

    The Science of Learning is a course designed to introduce high school students to the latest research on how people learn and retain information. In this course, students will explore the cognitive and neural processes that underlie learning, and will learn about effective strategies for studying and remembering new material. The course will cover topics such as memory, attention, motivation, and problem-solving, and will involve both class discussions and hands-on activities, such as conducting experiments and applying learning principles to their own study habits.

    By the end of the course, students should have a better understanding of how the brain learns and how to optimize their own learning processes.

    What to expect in the Required section in the classroom each week:

    • Read the weekly assignment in the course textbook.
    • Watch 1-2 videos about the weekly subject.
    • Respond to 1-2 forum posts
    • Respond with positive and encouraging comments on their classmates’ posts in the classroom forums.

    What to expect in the Highly Suggested & Optional sections in the classroom each week:

    • Curated resources, including websites & videos, are provided to excite learners and to add depth to the subject matter.

    What to expect during the weekly webinar:

    • Weekly webinars are 50 minutes long. Webinars are recorded and are available for students with schedule conflicts.
    • Primary instruction and guided discussions are provided during live webinars.
    • Active Participation (via the microphone and chat) in online class discussions.

    Before taking this course, students should be able to: 

    • Read at a solid 9th-grade level or above.
    • Write a few sentences independently.

    Students should be willing to:

    • Actively participate (via the microphone) in the class discussion.
    • Encourage class discussion by adding their questions/ideas in the chat window during the webinar.
    • Respond with positive and encouraging comments on their classmates’ posts in the classroom forums.

    Required books & materials:

    • TBD