Memory

What it is Self-explanation is the practice of pausing while you study to explain the material, either to yourself or … Read More

What Is Elaborative Interrogation? Elaborative interrogation a strategy that leverages questions and curiosity. Instead of just taking information at face … Read More

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What is Distributed or Spaced Practice? Distributed practice – or Spacing – is a technique commonly used when learning material … Read More

What is Retrieval Practice? Retrieval practice is the active process of trying to recall concepts and big ideas, even before … Read More

What is Interleaving? Interleaving is a learning technique where you purposefully mix up the topics you are reviewing and practicing … Read More

Shorter than you might think. Learning Scientists blog Yana Weinstein When I (or any cognitive psychologist) refer to “short-term memory”, we’re … Read More

Scientific American Alison Preston? How sleep impacts memory consolidation. 

We forget about 50% of new material within 24 hours. The figure below illustrates how quickly we forget the majority … Read More

  There is a lot to learn from returned exams. Looking over past exams you can: Understand how the professor writes exam … Read More