1. In Chapter 7 Matlin discusses mental imagery and cognitive maps. Cognitive maps are simply a mental representation of the external environment. These cognitive maps are stored as mental images in either Analog Code or Propositional Code. Both very different, Propositional Code is an abstract language representation and Analog Code is representation that closely resembles the physical object.
2. Week 7 information helps us understand how and why interference affects or students learning/processing of information. It also continues to show us the important of incorporating different kinds of learning.
3. I think I am clear on everything to this point.
4. This helps me in my own teaching by having me make an effort to create lessons were students can be both hands on and visual, using both mental and physical processing.
5. Matlin proves this throughout her book, giving examples and case studies. I also find this evident in my own classroom with my students.
6. I think this is important because it helps us as educators understand why our students struggle with interference and being able to continue processing the information. It is also important for us to understand the benefit of physical and mental processing.
7. Having this information is beneficial to all students in all education environment. I think it could apply especially to a students with ADD or ADHD because the student already becomes easily distracted. This helps us be more aware of what we can do to help the students.
8. I think we need to continue to do research and studies with the variety of different students to help us gain more knowledge and insight into mental and physical processing. This information can help educators to better understand their students needs.
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I agree with many aspects of your blog. On #4, I think this is how many of us teach. We try to include hands-on activities, visual presentations, and other engaging aspects to allow all students to learn. In my classroom, I know that I can present things many different ways in order for most of the students to grasp the concept. I also thought back to my own schooling. I don't ever remember getting out of my seat except to recite math facts to my teacher. In elementary school, I only remember one hands-on activity. We did a paper mache` project. While looking back, I know that research has changed, but have our minds really changed that much? Could our method of being taught have affected who we are today?
ReplyDeleteI also connected this chapter with our ADD and ADHD students. These students minds are always on the go, and they have a tough time focusing without any interference. As I read this chapter, I thought about the ways that I could try to minimize the interference in my room for these students.
I think you are right; this book is very informative and will help us to understand the concept of effective teaching to our students. I agree with you that research is needed to find better ways of how to teach effectively. As teachers we need to see when and which students need what type of method to be able to understand and memorize the information that is provided by us.
ReplyDeletePenny, I am the same way trying to find ways to help avoid or have as little interference as possible for ADD or ADHD students. If you or anyone has any suggestions pass them along please! Thank you :)
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