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Welcome to another enlightening episode of "What Does George Say?" where we dive into the pressing question of student retention in education. In this episode, George addresses a thought-provoking question from Paul, a listener from Arkansas, who is concerned about students' ability to retain information from one class to the next.
George explores the importance of understanding over mere retention of facts. Drawing on various analogies, such as learning to play an instrument, he highlights the fundamental role of mastering basics to achieve a deeper level of knowledge and wisdom. This episode delves into studies contrasting the effectiveness of different note-taking methods and their impact on recollection and comprehension.
Join George as he unfolds the debate on whether retention should be the ultimate goal in education, or should educators aim for a profound understanding of content. Filled with insights, the discussion offers practical advice for teachers on fostering meaningful learning experiences and encourages listeners to share their thoughts and questions. Dive into this compelling exploration of education innovation and leadership.
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Welcome to another enlightening episode of "What Does George Say?" where we dive into the pressing question of student retention in education. In this episode, George addresses a thought-provoking question from Paul, a listener from Arkansas, who is concerned about students' ability to retain information from one class to the next.
George explores the importance of understanding over mere retention of facts. Drawing on various analogies, such as learning to play an instrument, he highlights the fundamental role of mastering basics to achieve a deeper level of knowledge and wisdom. This episode delves into studies contrasting the effectiveness of different note-taking methods and their impact on recollection and comprehension.
Join George as he unfolds the debate on whether retention should be the ultimate goal in education, or should educators aim for a profound understanding of content. Filled with insights, the discussion offers practical advice for teachers on fostering meaningful learning experiences and encourages listeners to share their thoughts and questions. Dive into this compelling exploration of education innovation and leadership.
Links: Ask a Question - https://bit.ly/WhatDoesGeorgeSay
Blog Post - https://georgecouros.com/taking-notes-vs-taking-a-picture-of-notes-which-wins/
__________________________________________
Please share your thoughts with us on Twitter or Instagram at #InnovatorsMindset.
More at georgecouros.com
George Couros on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gcouros
George Couros on Instagram: https://instagram.com/gcouros
George Couros on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/georgecourosauthor/
George Couros on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/george-couros-a5146519
For the full audio podcast: https://linktr.ee/gcouros
The Innovator's Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0986155497?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
What Makes a Great Principal - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334739?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&creativeASIN=1948334739&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
Because of a Teacher - https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833433X?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d
Because of a Teacher 2 -
https://www.amazon.com/dp/194833450X?tag=onamzgeorge0f-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=194833450X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2SBTFVTBT0S6X
Innovate Inside the Box: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948334127?ref=exp_gcouros_dp_vv_d

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