Curated OER
Memorization Should Not Be a Lost Art
Isn't it only fair that we share some of the tricks that we learned years ago?
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: Building Reading Comprehension Through Think Alouds
The Think-Aloud method has be shown to improve information retention. The lesson plan contained within this site models for teachers how to model this strategy. There is a rubric included for assessment.
Other
Keywords: A Memorization Strategy [Pdf]
This is a teachers' guide to teaching students how to use keywords and visualization as tools to help them remember important facts. This PDF file provides a list of materials necessary for the lesson, as well as a script and tips for...
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Audiblox: Foundational Reading Skills
What types of reading skills do students need to be successful? This informative site focuses on students with learning disabilities. Explore!
Other
How to Study: Using Acronyms to Remember Information
These authors recommend this system for remembering important facts.
British Council
British Council: How to Memorise Anything
Do you have a good memory? Watch this video to find out how to improve your memory and then play a short game.