Ref: A-CR-CCP-804/PF-001 M409.03 Describe Learner Needs MTPs - Describe the importance of making material relevant and meaningful, and providing information processing time. - Describe and identify the needs of the developmental periods (DP). - Conduct an activity where the cadets will describe and identify the needs of the different learning styles. - Conduct an activity where the cadets will identify how to structure a lesson to meet the needs of the different types of learners. Capt Phinney 2 x 30 min

How does this cartoon relate to the learning process?

Steps in the Learning Process Relevant Meaningful Learning Reflecting on Prior Knowledge Relating to Real-Life Experiences Applying Knowledge in Future Experiences

Retention Learners retain: 10% of what they read, 26% of what they hear, 30% of what they see, 50% of what they see and hear, 70% of what they say, and 90% of what they say and do.

Types of Memory

Processing Time Attention span – one minute for every year of age to a maximum of 15 minutes E.g. A 12 year old would have a 12 minute attention span Think time – to process information/questions

Developmental Periods Activities should end in a single lesson. Activities can continue over 2-3 lessons. Activities can extend over 2-3 lessons. Activities should end in a single lesson. Activities can extend over 4 or more lessons.