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Module Booklet - ALS1010 AY22 23 Sem 1
Learning to Learn Better (ALS1010)
National University of Singapore
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National University of Singapore
ALS
Strategic Learning: A Holistic Approach to Studying
MODULE BOOKLET
<Never regard study as a duty, but as the enviable opportunity to learn= – Albert Einstein
Module Coordinators
Professor Robert Kamei Department of Paediatrics Adjunct Professor, Dept of Physiology Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
Office: Yong Loo Lin Dean’s Office Tower Block, Level 11 Email: paerkk@nus.edu
Dr. Magdeline Ng Principal Librarian NUS Libraries Head, Learning Innovation and Research
Office: NUS Science Library Block S6, Level 4, 10 Science Drive 2 Email: magdeline@nus.edu
MODULE DESCRIPTION
Module Description: This module presents techniques for learning derived from a scientific understanding about how we acquire, process, and apply information and skills. The module distills fundamental findings from the science of learning into simple, pragmatic methods to improve learning inside and outside of classrooms. These methods include steps to build motivation and conditions for improving learning in both long and short-term contexts. By contributing to weekly Zoom sessions, learners will see how the methods work first-hand. By engaging in reflective tasks, they will decide which methods can be applied to their own learning in the future.
Learning outcomes: After completing this module, learners should be able to: - Identify, assess and defend their own learning approaches; - Deliberately organise their learning activities to enhance the productivity, efficiency or depth of their learning; - Explain how scientific findings on learning can be translated into learning methods; and - Develop personal learning plans and a larger philosophy about learning.
Teaching team: Lecturers: Robert Kamei (paerkk@nus.edu) Magdeline Ng (magdeline@nus.edu)
Guest Lecturers: Joshua J Gooley Mara McAdams Jennifer Davis
Teaching Assistants: Chng Wei Heng (chngweiheng@u.nus) Hu Cheng Sea Khoo Zi Xin Ng Jin Ying, Emily
MODES OF TEACHING AND LEARNING
This module uses a blended learning approach. It is composed of online Zoom lectures and accompanying activities, including reflections, class activities, and pre-and post-class tasks.
RECOMMENDED READING:
Our course follows the material covered in Strategic Learning: A Holistic Approach to Studying by Robert K Kamei and Magdeline Ng. It is available for purchase from the publisher World Scientific’s website or through Amazon and Kinokuniya bookstore. Consider using it for keeping your notes on the course. It is also available to borrow at the NUS Library.
* From Strategic Learning: A Holistic Approach to Studying by Robert K Kamei, Magdeline Ng (Supplementary Author), 2021
We will be using this framework to help you create your own
approach to studying. Our course will cover these aspects of learning;
use this figure to keep notes and ideas regarding your learning.
INDICATIVE PROGRAMME (ALS1010, AY22/23 Semester 1)
ACADEMIC WEEK
DATE SYLLABUS
1 Aug 9 No Class 2 Aug 16 Lesson 1: - Holistic Learning Framework - Goal Setting I 3 Aug 23 Lesson 2: - Goal Setting II - Introduction to Learning Plan (Planning) - Metacognitive Learning Strategies I: Encoding 4 Aug 30 Lesson 3: - Metacognitive Learning Strategies II: Flattening and Resetting the Forgetting Curve 5 Sep 6 Lesson 4: - Implementation of Learning Plan - Health and Wellness: Sleep (Guest lecturer: A/Prof. Joshua Gooley, Duke-NUS) 6 Sep 13 No Class RECESS WEEK
No Class
7 Sep 27 No Class 8 Oct 4 Lesson 5: - Evaluation of Learning Plan - Self-Regulation 9 Oct 11 Lesson 6: - Health and Wellness: Attention and Focus (Guest lecturer: Dr Mara McAdams, Duke-NUS & Ms Jennifer Davis) 10 Oct 18 Optional Session:
- Self-Regulation: Deep Dive and Creating Learning Habits 11 Oct 25 Lesson 7:
- Collaboration
- Wrap-up: Learning Myths 12 Nov 1 No Class 13 Nov 8 No Class READING WEEK
Nov 15 No Class
EXAM WEEK No Class: Good luck!
Module Booklet - ALS1010 AY22 23 Sem 1
Course: Learning to Learn Better (ALS1010)
University: National University of Singapore
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