While this point is contingent upon the one above, if teaching practices are in line with the principles of learning and understanding it should not be an issue. Memorization has been found to be ineffective as a learning method for most concepts, and most lessons are instead taught for understanding. Therefore, assessments should match these lessons and test for understanding. For a more in depth look at the reasons for teaching for understanding, consult the Lesson Plan Checklist and the Teaching for Understanding page.
Stress understanding rather than memorization of information
Big Sky Institute, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana
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