Enhancing Science Learning with Mnemonics

Summary of Aydin & Sunbul (2012)

Background & Existing Knowledge

Verbal mnemonics have long been used as memory aids to enhance learning. However, their structured application in Science and Technology education is underexplored.

New Insights from This Study

✔ Verbal mnemonics improve students’ academic achievement in Science and Technology.
✔ Students in the experimental group demonstrated better recall and conceptual understanding.
✔ Attitudes towards learning improved when mnemonics were incorporated.

Practical Applications: How Educators Can Use This Research

1. Interdisciplinary Lesson Planning
   📌 Use mnemonic devices to aid memory retention in science subjects.
   📌 Incorporate storytelling techniques to explain abstract concepts.
   📌 Design activities where students create their own mnemonics.

2. Creating Inclusive Classrooms
   📌 Support diverse learning styles by integrating verbal memory aids.
   📌 Encourage collaborative mnemonic development in groups.
   📌 Use verbal cues and songs to reinforce scientific principles.

3. Developing Psychomotor Skills
   📌 Employ gesture-based mnemonics for hands-on science experiments.
   📌 Use mnemonic games to reinforce key learning points.
   📌 Link mnemonic strategies to real-life problem-solving tasks.

Conclusion

Verbal mnemonics can enhance students' academic achievement and engagement in science education.

Reference
Aydin, M., & Sunbul, A. M. (2012). Effect of the verbal mnemonics on students’ achievements and their attitudes. Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 47, 1506–1510. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sbspro.2012.06.851

Suggested Citation
Ross, E. M., & Malar, D. B. J. (2025). Enhancing Science Learning with Mnemonics. Excellent Educator, 2(4), 8.