Arithmetic in secondary vocational education
Every MBO student learns to calculate in a self-regulated, personalized and sustainable way. Motivation and objectives There is a downward trend in the calculation skills of Dutch youth. Research shows that more and more young people have difficulty with basic skills, including calculation. This decline has led to the introduction of new calculation requirements in MBO, in which the grade for calculation counts towards […]
Optimizing vocabulary learning: The Impact of MemoryLab's 'Quick Skip' algorithm
Adaptive learning systems are designed to tailor learning experiences to the personal needs of each student. These systems can track and predict student performance, and based on this data, develop personalized repetition schedules of to-be learned material. This can enhance the retention of declarative knowledge, such as vocabulary or toponymy (Lindsey et al., 2014; Papousek […]
Adaptive Learning as an Alternative to Assessment in Secondary Education
Development of an adaptive learning system for factual knowledge that can be used in several subjects in secondary education (VO), which can be adapted to the wishes of the teacher and the learning objectives of the school, and can replace the knowledge tests of those subjects.
MemoryLab's new Model-Based Mastery algorithm helps students learn faster
Adaptive learning systems can redefine learning experiences by shaping education to individual needs, optimizing student performance. Within this landscape, MemoryLab has recently introduced the Model-Based Mastery (MBM) algorithm, which strategically excludes sufficiently studied facts from repetition schedules, increasing learning efficiency. In this blog post I delve into our comparative analysis of the MBM algorithm versus […]
Building Table Trainer #2: Classroom pilot
Engaging in usability testing with younger users demands a careful and considerate approach, especially when working with children. The primary goal of usability testing is to have users interact with your product, allowing close observation of their navigation through a set of tasks. In this way you can test the functionality of your product. In […]
Effective Study Strategies #2: Taking advantage of testing and spacing effects
In the preceding blog post we shed light on common pitfalls for students while studying. It became evident that relying on last-minute cramming for an upcoming exam is suboptimal. Instead, effective time management and finding a suitable study environment are essential components of successful studying. This brings us to the next step of our guide […]
Multiple-Choice Questions with Related Distractors: A Viable Alternative to Open-Ended Questions in Vocabulary Learning
In a world where knowledge is the key to success, the process of studying remains a fascinating and crucial subject. Everyone has embarked at some point on learning a new language, whether it was for a German exam at school or an intensive French course leading up to an upcoming vacation. Many individuals regularly question […]
