Tools and Resources
This type of software uses algorithms to help with spaced repetition and active recall.
What are flashcard apps like Anki?
This type of memory is responsible for holding information temporarily for processing.
What is working memory?
This technique involves breaking down study sessions into short intervals with breaks in between.
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
This type of mindset believes abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work.
What is a growth mindset?
This strategy involves switching between focused and diffuse modes of thinking for better problem-solving.
What is the dual-mode learning model?
This tool is a graphic organizer used to visually display relationships among concepts.
What is a mind map?
This phenomenon occurs when prior learning interferes with the ability to learn new information.
What is proactive interference?
This term describes the process of spreading out learning over time instead of cramming.
What is spaced repetition?
This concept involves setting small, achievable goals to build momentum and motivation.
What is the power of small wins?
This study technique emphasizes summarizing key points in your own words to enhance understanding.
What is the Feynman Technique?
This online platform offers free courses from universities around the world.
What is Coursera?
This cognitive bias involves overestimating one's knowledge or ability in a specific area.
What is the Dunning-Kruger effect?
This method involves testing yourself on the material to enhance retention and understanding.
What is retrieval practice?
This psychological phenomenon occurs when a person perceives a task as too challenging and feels incapable of succeeding.
What is learned helplessness?
This concept suggests that periodically changing your study environment can improve recall.
What is context variation?
This technique involves using mnemonic devices to help remember information.
What is memory palace (or method of loci)?
This principle explains why recalling information in varied contexts improves retention.
What is the encoding specificity principle?
This type of learning focuses on visualizing the connections between different pieces of information.
What is concept mapping?
This term describes the internal motivation driven by personal satisfaction and interest in the subject.
What is intrinsic motivation?
This method involves teaching the material you are learning to someone else to reinforce your understanding.
What is the protégé effect?
This resource is a collection of various study aids, including flashcards, notes, and quizzes, created by students.
What is Quizlet?
This effect explains why people remember the first and last items in a series better than those in the middle.
What is the serial position effect?
This technique involves alternating study subjects to improve learning and retention.
What is interleaving?
This principle emphasizes the importance of believing that effort will lead to improvement and success.
What is self-efficacy?
This technique involves the practice of visualizing success and mastery of the material.
What is mental rehearsal?