Deep Learning
Deep Learning
Author
Fiona
In our studies there is a time and a place for surface learning and deep learning. Surface learning is when we need to memorise information such as facts, dates and acronyms; whereas, deep learning requires a more analytical approach. We don’t just memorise the material we ‘do something to it’ How exactly can we ‘do something’ to what we are learning?
- Annotate
When reading content for class get into the habit of not only highlighting important information but making notes in the column. You can make notes on the following:
- What questions does this raise for you?
- What are some examples of how this links to your own life or practice?
- How does this link to other readings, compare and contrast?
- Do you agree or disagree, why?
- Is there any evidence for what they are stating?
- What is the strength of the evidence?
- Make your own notes covering:
- Summary in your own words including links to your own life/other theories/experiences
- Identify main ideas of the reading and supporting details
- Organising info in a new way – you can use graphic organisers
- Add images to your notes
- Study Groups
Verbalising and discussing content is a great way to promote deep learning. This can be done face to face or online. You could do a variety of activities together including:
- Teach each other
- Discuss class content
- Summarise & analyse content
- Link content to your own experiences and life and practice
- Compare and contrast opinions, readings and ideas about content
- Debate. What do you and your classmates agree and disagree about.
Here are some study smarter tips:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7gn3RQPYmo
Further Reading:
Purdie, N. & Hattie, J. (1999). The Relationship between Study Skills and Learning Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis. Australian Journal Of Education, 43(1), 72-86. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/000494419904300106