8th Grade Life Science

Mnemonics & Associations

1. Continue Mirror Writing to understand that the brain can be trained to learn a new way of doing things

2. Take notes and discuss Association & Mnemonics and how they help improve memory and learning

Association: when something reminds you of something else it is easier to remember

 Mnemonic Devices: Memory helpers that use a phrase, word, acronym or song to help someone remember something

3. Science Journal: Explain how they normally prepare for tests and then after they found out what type of learner they are- how will they can better prepare for tests in the future

NJCCCS 5.1  & 5.5