Abstract
The memory palace, also known as the memory journey, is a mnemonic technique where information to be remembered is encountered along a predetermined path through envisioned places, creating strong spatial and visual connections between the material and specific locations and vivid images. Constructing a memory palace for complex computer science concepts may prove challenging for students, as it requires the identification, selection, and organization of essential ideas from the material. This task is better suited to an expert on the curriculum, such as the instructor.
In this paper, a framework for designing and delivering Guided Mnemonic Journeys is proposed. Led by a teacher in person or via audio or video, the approach uses a virtual tour of the university campus at its core. The approach combines various mnemonic techniques to create a more comprehensive approach to memory enhancement. The instructor plans the story arc and places various mnemonic cues along the path and then guides the students through the narrative and imagery, providing context, clear structure, and instructions for each step.
A pilot study indicated that students perceived the delivered Guided Mnemonic Journeys positively, appreciating the rich didactic activity and the opportunity to learn new mnemonic techniques.
This study was partially supported by the Sapientia Foundation Institute for Scientific Research.
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Iclanzan, D., Kátai, Z. (2023). A Framework for Effective Guided Mnemonic Journeys. In: Mikyška, J., de Mulatier, C., Paszynski, M., Krzhizhanovskaya, V.V., Dongarra, J.J., Sloot, P.M. (eds) Computational Science – ICCS 2023. ICCS 2023. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 14077. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-36030-5_58
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