CLM 5 P’s Process

byFernanda Davalos Avila

CLMSeeks effective and

efficient learning through visual, systematic and

meaningful approach

Consists in 5 phases which:

•Have a Systematic Process•Material is manageable•Allows rapid and effective learning •Helps in grade improvement

Each Phase has 4 repeating steps:* Identify Key concept* Organize and connect ideas* Think critically* Ask questions

1. PREVIEWInput: Sources of information: previews knowledge, textbook, lecture materials

4 repeating steps

Output: *Skeleton Visual map*Key questions for next phase

It helps:

*Have a general idea of the topic*Grow motivation and interest* Get familiar with key topics* Getting oriented in the topic* Learn efficiently and effectively

2. ParticipateINPUT:Existing knowledge, lecture presentation

4 repeating steps

OUTPUT: *Revised visual map which helps follow non linear explanations.*Key questions for next phase

It helps:

*Integrate new concepts to your previous visual map

*Analyze the topic frame

*Get ready for the process phase

3. ProcessINPUT: Existing knowledge, outside and appropriate resources such as handbooks, textbooks. Internet is not reliable 100%

4 REPEATING STEPS

OUTPUT: Revised visual map, key questions for next phase

It helps:

*Integrate additional concepts

*Get a deeper understanding and strength memory

*Recall and recreate your visual map

4. PracticeINPUT: Previous knowledge, tools and handouts, new problems solved under exam conditions.

4 REPETING STEPS

OUTPUT: * Final version of visual map which must be showed to teacher or tutor*At this point there should be no question

It helps:

*Reinforce and test what´s been learned and what is still missing

*Solve new problems

5. ProduceProduce results and new ideas

INPUT: Existing knowledge and exams

4 REPEATING STEPS

OUTPUT: *Revised visual map, adding information from exams*Key questions: what went right and wrong, how can I improve

In this phase:

*You are expected to ace your exams satisfactorily and create new ideas

*You must apply your knowledge

*You can improve your performance for next topics

Conclusion

CLM is a learning method that when is approached and worked appropriately, that is, following the 5 phases and the steps in each one, it helps you understand things in a better way and learning becomes meaningful and more valuable.