The Dangers of Surface Learning

Surface learning entails memorizing facts without understanding underlying principles. This superficial approach restricts knowledge transfer and application in new or complex situations.

A student memorizes vocabulary words for a language class but cannot construct sentences or engage in conversation due to a lack of contextual understanding.

Overreliance on rote memorization further exacerbates these issues by neglecting the development of higher-order thinking skills. We will now discuss this concern.