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Spaced repetition
A compact thinking tool for spotting patterns and avoiding mistakes.
The useful idea
- The useful idea
Spaced repetition is an evidence-based learning technique that is usually performed with flashcards.
- How it works
Newly introduced and more difficult flashcards are shown more frequently, while older and less difficult flashcards are shown less frequently in order to exploit the psychological spacing effect.
- Why it matters
The use of spaced repetition has been proven to increase the rate of learning.
Why this matters
Use Spaced repetition as a quick check before trusting your first conclusion.
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Use Spaced repetition as a quick check before trusting your first conclusion.
Test your recall
Which idea belongs to the explanation of Spaced repetition?
- Why it matters
- How it works
- The useful idea — correct
Spaced repetition is an evidence-based learning technique that is usually performed with flashcards.