Why do some students struggle to understand and retain information,
while other students don't? The answer may well lie in the memory
system, which is the root of all learning. In Memory at Work in the
Classroom, Francis Bailey and Ken Pransky expertly guide you
through the aspects of human memory most relevant to classroom
teachers. Real classroom examples help to deepen your understanding
of how memory systems play a central role in the learning process,
as well as how culture plays a sometimes surprising role in memory
formation and use. The memory systems covered in the book are:
Working Memory: the gateway to learning. Executive Function: the
cognitive skills children need to independently orchestrate their
memory systems in service to learning. Semantic Memory: the
storehouse of a person's knowledge of the world, including academic
concepts, and the part of the memory system most affected by
culture. Episodic Memory: rich, multisensory personal memories of
specific events. Autobiographical Memory: one's sense of self, tied
directly to student motivation. Although the techniques described
apply to all students, the authors concentrate on explaining the
source of struggling students' academic challenges and provide
effective strategies for helping students become better learners.
Whether you're a new or a veteran teacher, this book will offer
fresh insights into your students' learning difficulties and move
you to explore classroom practices that align with the functioning
of memory and the ways students learn.
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