Learning, Memory and Education

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
EDUC 5110
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Course ID
202010
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course aims to explore the role of memory in education, focusing on contemporary research and practice, sensory, short-term, working and long-term memory, as well as memory retention and its implications for learning and teaching.

  • Information Processing Theory
  • Memory And Learning Efficiency
  • Emotions, Development And Memory

Course learning outcomes

  • Analyse the different types of memory (sensory, short-term, working, and long-term) to understand their specific roles and functions in educational settings
  • Evaluate evidence-based memory strategies to determine their effectiveness in improving student learning outcomes
  • Synthesise contemporary research and practice on memory and learning to develop innovative teaching approaches

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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