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Why So Many Kids Struggle to Learn: TEACHERS CONTINUE TO BE TRAINED IN WAYS THAT IGNORE THE FINDINGS OF COGNITIVE SCIENCE.

Authors :
WEXLER, NATALIE
Source :
American Scholar; Winter2022, Vol. 91 Issue 1, p40-53, 14p
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

The article discusses issues in education, particularly the possible flaws in the teaching methods used by teachers that keep students struggling to learn. Also cited are the need to consider the findings in cognitive science to improve student learning, the experiences of teacher Eric Kalenze in teaching, and the training of teachers that focuses on teaching skills like critical thinking.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00030937
Volume :
91
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
American Scholar
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
153724693