MSL901 Foundations in Science of Learning

Introduction

The Science of Learning (Sol) frontier draws upon a science- based understanding of the effectiveness of education methods as well as develop new teaching and learning strategies that can lead to actionable and scalable interventions for enhanced learning outcomes.

Rapid developments in neural and physiological imaging technologies afford opportunities for a science-based understanding of the effectiveness of education methods as well as develop innovative pedagogies and classroom practices to realise better learning outcomes of learners.

With an evolving education landscape, there exists a need to contribute to the understanding of the principles and practices that optimally support teaching and learning across the llfe-long learning trajectory- from infant to adulthood, with a focus on enhancing !earning across diverse learner profiles e.g. (at-risk, mainstream) in Singapore's classroom learning environment.

This proposed course aims to address a key gap that exists in the translation of scientific research evidence into pedagogical practice. Specifically, the course will provide participants with the necessary foundational, broad-based understanding in philosophies and theories of the science of learning that draws upon educational neuroscience work. Strong grounding of the theoretical basis for science of learning will facilitate translation pathways of scientific research findings towards innovative learning designs and technological tools that are relevant and useful in current learning contexts.

Learners need to complete any of the following three courses to attain the Graduate Certificate in Mind, Brain, and Education (12 AU):

• MSL901
• MSL904
• MSL906
• MSL907A, MSL907B, and MSL907C

Upon completion of all courses, learners will fulfil the AU requirements to attain the FlexiMasters in Mind, Brain, and Education (16 AU).

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