Richard Foster's Four Levels Of Progression

The first experiment I had was reading the Qur’an. I read the first fifteen pages trying to follow Richard Foster’s four levels of study which are repetition, concentration, comprehension, and reflection. Richard Foster truly sets up the foundations for a successful study and understanding. I also studied outside where distractions were absent. I needed a concentrated area in order to fully comprehend what I was reading. My experiment of study was more successful that I imagined it to be because my mind was centered on what the author was trying to say. I found repetition to be useful in this exercise because it could help me in the long run to remember was being read. The in class short quizzes have helped me to refresh what I have just …show more content…
While I was reading, I was concentrating on the chapter with a clear mind. I had realized how important the information was even though I didn’t have a full understanding of it. In this experiment, I used the repetition concept from Richard Foster because Anatomy requires more repetition in order to remember the knowledge for the test. Richard Foster’s pattern of progression in study was successful for my second experiment, but there was an area that was slightly more difficult. I discovered that I can use repetition to remember better. The experiment was successful because I said the parts aloud to myself and made flashcards. Repetition has always been a benefit for me when studying because the more I repeat it and look over the material, the more confident and prepared I feel. In addition, repetition requires more than looking over the information several times and not all in one day. I feel more accomplished that I can spend a decent amount of time on Anatomy by using …show more content…
For example, we are learning about muscle tissues and all the different connective tissues and layers. I would say the layers out loud and the function of each one. I also look at the picture to obtain a better understanding. This was beneficial for me because I looked over my notes within 24 hours and it helped to refresh my memory. At the same time I was using Foster’s concept of reflection. Foster says, “When we ponder the meaning of what we study, we come to hear and see in a new way” (2008, p.65). I was making a chart to try and understand the more basic idea, like what is the main tissue and what does that one include, etc. I found out that making the chart help me to reflect on what I was reading. Anatomy has an incredible understanding of the creation of God because our bodies are so intricate including the way it functions. Our bodies are much more complex compared to what the smartest human could even do, or invent. How everything in our body aligns just perfectly is proof that God is our