mne·mon·ics

(nĭ-mŏn′ĭks)

n. (used with a sing. verb)

A system to develop or improve the memory.

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mnemonics

(nɪˈmɒnɪks)

n (usually functioning as singular)

1. the art or practice of improving or of aiding the memory

2. (Education) a system of rules to aid the memory

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mne•mon•ics

(nɪˈmɒn ɪks)

n. (used with a sing. v.)

the process or technique of improving or developing the memory.

[1700–10]

mnemonics

the process or technique of improving, assisting, or developing the memory. Also called mnemotechnics. — mnemonic, adj.

mnemonics

A code consisting of abbreviated instructions.

ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:

Noun

mnemonics - a method or system for improving the memory

method - a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)

Translations

mnemotechnika

mnemotécnica

mnémonique

mnemonica

mnemonics

[nɪˈmɒnɪks] NSING → mnemotécnica f, nemotécnica f

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mne·mon·ics

n. mnemónica, adiestramiento de la memoria por medio de asociación de ideas y otros recursos.

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It is not known if the name of the letter was altered as an additional mnemonic, or if the name was always Klatch and the destruction one of nature's pums.

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Kalder (2012) and many others have seen first-hand how mathematical mnemonics can sometimes mislead students to view mathematics as a magical set of formulas to be memorised and applied without much thought to the matter.

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Finally, the results of this study had similar results to previous mnemonics research.

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Each of the philosophies explored, namely concept mapping, step by step scaffolding, online forums and mnemonics will provide students with techniques to enhance their learning prospects.

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The multisensory approach consisted of using visuals, kinesthetic-tactile movements, and auditory and mnemonic skills.

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