Workshop: Learn to Learn - Memory and Practical Learning Strategies

Vocabulary flashcards covering core memory processes, cognitive study strategies, practical review schedules, and learning principles from Session 1 of the 'Aprende a Aprender' workshop.

Memory (Memoria)

The neurocognitive capacity that enables acquiring, retaining, and retrieving information and experiences.

Attention (Atención)

The first step of cognitive memory processing, defined as focusing the senses on key information.

Encoding (Codificación)

The second step of cognitive memory processing, consisting of processing data and assigning it personal meaning.

Storage (Almacenamiento)

The third step of cognitive memory processing, focused on consolidating knowledge over time.

Retrieval (Recuperación)

The fourth step of cognitive memory processing, consisting of evoking and using learned information when needed.

Learning Strategy (Estrategia de aprendizaje)

Intentional procedures designed to enhance comprehension and study.

Notes with Own Elaboration (Notas con elaboración propia)

Synthesizing main ideas and expressing them in one's own words rather than copying literal text.

Active Retrieval (Recuperación activa)

A scientifically backed strategy of making an effort to recall information without looking at notes or immediate answers.

Spaced Repetition (Repetición espaciada)

A scientifically backed strategy of distributing review sessions across time instead of studying everything in a single session.

Spaced Repetition Schedule (Example)

A review progression consisting of Day 1 (initial study), Day 2 (first recall attempt), Day 4 (answering questions), and Day 7 (reviewing difficult points).

Deep Questions / Elaboration (Preguntas profundas)

Questioning 'why?' and 'how does it work?' in order to connect new material with prior learning.

Audiovisual Learning (Aprendizaje audiovisual)

Explaining or consuming content through audio and video in an active rather than passive manner.

Visual Organization / Dual Coding (Organización visual)

Combining images and structured text through outlines, diagrams, and mind maps.

Continuous Self-Assessment (Autoevaluación continua)

Evaluating successes and errors to identify precisely which areas require reinforcement.

5-Step Routine (Aplicación práctica)

An integrated study method consisting of: 1. Organize (take own notes), 2. Understand (create mind map), 3. Remember (use flashcards), 4. Reinforce (space reviews), and 5. Check (take a short test).

False Familiarity (Falsa familiaridad)

The illusion of knowing material produced by passive behaviors like rereading or highlighting without achieving real learning.

Role of Technology in Learning

A facilitator and medium (via apps and AI) that aids work, while the student must supply the actual mental effort.

Absence of Rigid Labels ('Sin etiquetas rígidas')

The approach of utilizing diverse study formats instead of pigeonholing oneself into exclusive visual or auditory learning styles.