Interleaving!
What is Interleaving?
Method that mixes different topics or problem types instead of focusing one at a time.
What is Intentional Elaboration?
Method in which you actively explain/connect new information to your prior knowledge
What are Mnemonics?
strategies/techniques that improve memory/learning by associating new information with familiar patterns
Locations to go study? (other than your house)
Libraries, coffee shops, etc.
What is passive learning?
recieving info without engaging in learning process.
What does interleaving contrast with?
Blocked practice (focusing on what topic at a time)
What questions should you ask when using this method?
Ask "why?" and "how?"
Most common type of Mnemonic?
Acronyms
Studying with a group is most effective when...
Working through difficult concepts
What is active learning?
learning in which students actively participate in the learning process.
Goal of the interleaving method?
Build flexible understanding by practicing multiple topics or problem types
What does elaboration mean?
adding extra details, explanations or connections to information to make it more meaningfull and easier to understand.
What is the study cycle?
method that helps students learn more efficiently through repeated engagement
A routine working in the same place can facilitate...
productivity
Is writing or typing notes more effective and why?
writing is more effective as it can improve recall.
What type of challenge in interleaving actually helps you learn better?
Difficulty
Goal of this method?
deepen understanding and memory retention.
In how many hours should you review over notes?
24 Hours
Explain the Pomodoro Method
method is where you study for 25 minutes, then take a 5-minute break,
What is spaced repetition?
-When you go over the notes (or summarize) spread out among a few days, having a longer gap every time