JUST THINKING…about the POWER of VISUAL LEARNING with Dr. David Hyerle

July 31, 2024
Kevin Dougherty

 

As our world becomes increasingly dominated by digital content and social media, learners are feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information available at their fingertips. This constant influx raises critical questions about how we can best support students in filtering and processing this information to enhance their learning experiences. This is where visual learning comes in: Visual learning techniques, like Thinking Maps, can play a pivotal role in addressing these challenges.

In this episode of Just Thinking, we delve into the transformative power of visual learning. How can visual tools like Thinking Maps help students manage the information overload and develop independent learning skills?

Just Thinking is hosted by Kevin Dougherty, Chief Strategy Officer for 806 Technologies and a leading EdTech strategist with extensive experience as an educator and administrator. His guest for this episode is Dr. David Hyerle, founder of the Thinking Foundation and a renowned educator, researcher, and writer.

Key points of discussion include:
– The impact of social media and digital content on modern learners.
– The role of Thinking Maps in facilitating critical and creative thinking.
– Strategies for fostering independent learning and emotional reflection in students.

Dr. David Hyerle is the founder of the Thinking Foundation and the creator of Thinking Maps, an innovative visual learning tool. With a rich background in education and cognitive development, Dr. Hyerle’s work has been instrumental in helping educators worldwide enhance their teaching methods and improve student outcomes. He holds a doctorate in education and has authored several influential books on thinking skills and visual learning.

Article written by MarketScale.

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