Elements of Learning
Element of Learning: Retention and Recall
At Boroondara Park Primary School, we know that strong learning happens when students can connect new knowledge to what they already know and remember it over time. Aligned with the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model (VTLM) 2.0, our teaching focuses on helping students build, store and retrieve knowledge so they can confidently apply their learning in different contexts.
In classrooms, teachers support retention and recall through:
These approaches help students move new knowledge without cognitive overload.
Families can support retention and recall at home by:
Families can support retention and recall by helping children talk about, practise, and revisit learning regularly in a relaxed way.
AERO – Student Wellbeing Resources – Research and family-friendly information about wellbeing, emotional regulation and creating supportive learning environments.
AERO – Cognitive Load Theory Explained – Explains how reducing unnecessary distractions and structuring learning effectively can improve student focus and learning success.
