The Pyramid Of Learning

Question 1

Explain the pyramid of learning

Answer 1

The Pyramid of Learning, often associated with Edgar Dale, illustrates that people generally remember 10% of what they read, 20% of what they hear, 30% of what they see, and up to 90% of what they do, showing the importance of active learning and hands-on experience in retention and understanding.

Question 2

In the Pyramid of Learning - what is the most effective way learners learn?

Answer 2

Through teaching others - 90% is retained

Question 3

In the Pyramid of Learning - what is the least effective training method?

Answer 3

Lecturing - learners only retain 5%

Question 4

Name from the pyramid of learning - teaching methods from least to most effective

Answer 4

Lecturing, reading, audio visual, demonstration, discussion, practice doing, teach others

Question 5

How should the pyramid of learning be used or applied?

Answer 5

the key here is to vary your method of learning. Don’t assume just because the Learning Pyramid suggests that Lectures are the least effective study method for retaining information, that lectures aren’t important.

Lectures are still very important. Each of the learning methods presented in the Learning Pyramid are important. Even if it’s difficult for you to remember everything that is taught during lectures, the notes you take during lecture may be vital to your ability to participate in a discussion of the material later on in your group, or teach the material to others.