"When we feel like we don't belong in a learning space, we don't have room in our working memory to answer problems on the test." @julieschell 2/n
"When we feel like we don't belong in a learning space, we don't have room in our working memory to answer problems on the test." @julieschell 2/n
One way to get more student engagement is to open up autonomy and the creativity process in assignments and other course activities. Students come to university shaped by the lack of autonomy in prior learning experiences. Try creating choice, see what happens, and adjust. 3/n
How can you connect course content to students' life experiences and memories? Motivation 📈 ⬆️ 4/n
Heard of the multimedia principle? One aspect: Reading aloud projected words on a screen overloads students' working memory. 👉 Let them read on their own 👉 Use progressive display on slides to focus attention 👉 Simplified graphics allow students to focus on learning 5/n
The best part! Organic conversation, Q&A rolling in the community of instructors. Good sign when we don't want to leave. Thank you @julieschell! 🙏🙏 #TeachingMatters @TexasPTF 6/6