Learning Science for Campus Leaders: Myths, Facts, and Guiding Principles

For leaders in higher education, informed decision-making needs to take into account the latest research on how human beings learn. This half-day workshop will demonstrate learning science principles in action, identify common myths and misconceptions, and guide participants in developing plans for applying this framework to technology and policy decisions.

Outcomes: Distinguish key principles for human learning from common misconceptions * Learn about a cognitive psychology-based framework for teaching and learning that emphasizes attention, memory, and thinking skills * Learn how to apply this framework to decision-making at your institution regarding technology, policy, or faculty/staff support