The 80/20 Principle and the Explanation Effect
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Learning Objective
I can explain how the 80/20 principle relates to the Explanation Effect in learning and retention.
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The Pareto Principle - 80/20 Rule - Do More by Doing Less (animated)
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7 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Explain how you can use the 80/20 principle to enhance your understanding of a complex topic in school. Provide a specific example of how identifying the key concepts would improve your retention of information. Describe a situation in your personal life where applying the 80/20 principle could help you explain a concept to someone else. What key points would you focus on to maximize their understanding and retention?”
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