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Notes on the laws of learning in educational psychology

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Laws of Learning

Notes on the laws of learning in educational psychology

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Introduction:

 Today, we are going to explore the fascinating world of educational


psychology and delve into the laws of learning.
 Have you ever wondered why some learning experiences stick in
your mind while others seem to fade away quickly? The laws of
learning help us understand exactly that.

Overview of Laws of Learning:

1. Exercise:
 Practice makes perfect! The more you practice a skill or revisit
information, the stronger your learning becomes.
 Example: Think of how musicians practice their instruments daily to
improve their skills.
2. Primacy:
 What comes first, sticks longest. Information presented at the
beginning of a learning experience tends to be remembered better.
 Example: When you meet someone new, you're more likely to
remember their name if you hear it first.
3. Effect:
 Learning is strengthened when it is followed by a pleasant or
satisfying consequence.
 Example: If you receive praise or rewards for completing a task well,
you're more likely to remember how to do it in the future.
4. Readiness:
 Learning is facilitated when you're ready to learn and have the
necessary background knowledge.
 Example: It's easier to learn multiplication once you understand
addition.
5. Recency:
 What you learned last is what you remember most. Information
presented most recently is more likely to be remembered.
 Example: You're more likely to remember the last song you heard
on the radio than one you heard earlier in the day.
6. Intensity:
 Strong, vivid, or emotionally charged experiences are more likely to
be remembered.
 Example: You might vividly remember a field trip where you saw a
volcano erupt because it was so intense and memorable.

Relevance to Teaching and Learning:

 These laws aren't just theories—they have real-world applications in


education.
 By understanding these laws, teachers can design effective learning
experiences and support students' learning in various ways.
Application Exercise:

 Work through scenarios or problems that require you to apply the


laws of learning.
 Think critically about how each law applies to the situation and
discuss with your peers.

Conclusion:

 Understanding the laws of learning empowers us to become more


effective learners and educators.
 Reflect on how you can apply these principles in your own learning
journey to achieve better results.

Homework (Optional):

 Reflect on a recent learning experience and identify which law(s) of


learning were at play. Consider how understanding these laws could
enhance your future learning strategies.

Remember, the more we understand about how we learn, the better


equipped we are to succeed in our educational pursuits!

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