Memory Learning

our next lesson from module G is memory learning by Miss Nurul Infaza Talalah binti Ramli .

Overview

• understanding memory processes
• memory strategies 
• understanding concentration 
• strategies for improving concentration 
• reading / study system (SQ3R)

The Learning Pyramid 

                 

Learning pyramid shows the best way for someone to learn in an efficient way .
           


What is memory ? 
memory is the ability to remember something important for everyday life . As example computer software

What is brain ? 
brain is organ for human . As example computer hardware 

Brain is one of largest and most complex organ in the human body . 

          
There are many types of memory : 

• Sensory Memory                                                                                                                           the shortest-term element of memory. It is the ability to retain impressions of sensory information after the original stimuli have ended . Using senses such as hearing , smell , sight , taste and touch .                                                                                                                               
•  Short - term Memory                                                                                                           acts as a kind of “scratch-pad” for temporary recall of the information which is being processed at any point in time . STM is a memory that allows human beings to memorize in a short time .

• Long - term Memory                                                                                                             intended for storage of information over a long period of time. Despite our everyday impressions of forgetting. you may remember the things in a long time because you keep repeat the sentence .                                                                                                            

Why we forget things easily 

• Distraction - from our friend who wants to gossiping or chatting with us when lecturer teaching . from our own phones , we keep replying messages from others or groups .
•  Focus - as a students we must avoid sitting at the back because if we sit at back we cannot focus in the class . 
• Time Factor - many students cannot divide their time properly , so you must make a reminder or planner like what we already learn in our last lesson . Sir Fariz also suggest us to make a big calendar and write down the important dates in the calendar such as our test , topic and final exam .  

                                                             
Now , I want to share how to get an effective memory 




 Usually , students using acronyms because it is the easiest ways to memorize even though it is the old ways . 
 
How to improve your memory
Massed Practice vs Spaced Practice 

• Massed Practice - showing someone who often memorizes something continuously without rest . This practice is strongly discouraged . 
• Spaced Practice - showing someone who continuously memorizes but there is a break and time interval . This practice is highly recommended . 

Break Reading Material Down ( again no cramming ) for Some Period of Time  

• Student just read 2 chapter a day and don't try reading all the chapter in a day . you will be tired and you cannot memorize all the chapter .

Rehearsal 

• you may practice the topic until you remembered it and understand the topic 
• you can repeat reading the topic 

Elaboration Strategies  

• Acronyms / catchwords                                                                                                                   e.g : UIA - Universiti Islam Antarabangsa                                                                                               btw - by the way  
• Acrostics / catchphrases                                                                                                                  e.g. :

             

• Imagery 

                                                                                                                                 

Mnemonics 

• Memory Tricks 
• Make it interesting to read 
• Example : My Very Excellent Mother Just Served Us Nachos                                                                       ( Mercury , Venus , Earth , Mars , Jupiter , Saturn , Uranus , Neptune )  

  Causes of Poor Concentration   

• Lack of attention - in the lecturer hall you must sit in front or center to get more attention in class 
• Lack of interest - student must choose the subject that he/she likes . Do not follow your friends because our interest is different 
• Lack of motivation - if you confuse on what course that you want to take , please ask your counselor and ask their advice based on your results , interest and ambition .
• Distraction from others - try to find friends who can avoid chatting while lecturer give their talk and turn off your phone when you in the lecturer hall .
• Uncomfortable environment - find places that can make you comfortable .   
• Physiological matters - illness and tiredness . you must get enough rest and sleep .
• Physiological matters - personal problems , worries and anxiety . Please find someone that you trust and share problem with her . 

What is SQ3R ? 
SQ3R stand for Survey , Question , Read , Recite , Review .

• Survey - as an excellent student , you must make a survey on the next lesson .
• Question - you can make a question based on what you read . 
• Read  - read the topic and try to find the answer for the question .
• Recite - make your own simple notes , try to memorize the notes that you do , do an exercise .
• Review - make a revision , look back the notes if you forget the notes and if you have more times you can make a flashcard each topic . 

At the end of this topic , I want to share some games that good for your mind .