Uncover the amazing capabilities of the human brain as students harness the science of memory to find lifehacks that they can apply daily.

GUIDING QUESTION
How can you improve your short- and long-term memory?

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Students will be able to:
• explain the basic concepts of memory.
• be able to identify differences between short-term and long-term memories.
• test several strategies designed to improve memory.
• summarize how the science behind memory can be useful in their everyday lives.

OVERVIEW
In this lesson, students will learn which parts of their brain help them learn and remember.
will learn the science behind short- and long-term memory and test themselves to see how
they can remember certain information. They will also test different strategies for improving
their memory and try to determine which strategies work best for them and why. Finally, they will create a PowerPoint presentation that explains the science behind memory and how this science can be useful in their everyday lives.

Grades 6 – 8