A mnemonic is a learning aid which helps students to remember vital facts and bits of information. It is a way of presenting information in an easy-to-remember way, often in the form of a rhyme or a sentence with a rhythm.
There are many well-known mnemonics – here are just a few:
- Richard Of York Gave Battle In Vain (colours of the rainbow)
- Divorced, beheaded, died; divorced, beheaded, survived (Henry VIII’s wives)
- May I have a large container of coffee? (counting letters in each word gives value of pi to 7 decimal places)
- Never Eat Shredded Wheat (points of the compass)
Mnemonics ‘enhance’ or ‘accelerate’ learning because they allow you to grasp ideas, concepts or sequences quickly.
Please add any of your own!
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