Research-Based Teaching Strategies - Using Tests to Improve Information Retrieval
By Teaching and Learning Unit, MTU
Date and time
Tue, 23 Oct 2018 08:00 - 08:50 GMT+1
Location
F1.3, Ground Floor F-Block
CIT Rossa Avenue Bishopstown IrelandDescription
Breakfast Seminar Series - Semester 1 2018/2019
“Using Tests to Improve Information Retrieval”
Presenter: Tom O'Mahony, Teaching & Learning Unit, CIT
Session Description:
Having students retrieve information from long-term memory on a regular basis, is known to have a positive impact on learning. This is especially true when learners need to put a bit of effort into that retrieval process. Hence providing opportunities for learners to take tests (e.g. computer based multiple choice tests) can be a very effective teaching strategy.
This session will examine some of the evidence in favour of testing and discuss options for using this strategy.