Make it stick book Flashcards
Which learning technique involves practicing multiple subjects or skills in parallel rather than focusing on one topic at a time?
Interleaved practice.
Which strategy encourages learners to actively pull information out of their memory as a means of strengthening it?
Retrieval practice.
Q: What learning technique involves spreading out study sessions over time rather than cramming all at once?
Spaced (or distributed) practice.
In the book, what term describes the idea that introducing challenges into the learning process can enhance long-term retention?
Desirable difficulties.
Which technique requires students to explain a topic in their own words to deepen their understanding?
Elaborative interrogation
What term does “Make It Stick” use to describe the deceptive feeling of familiarity or ease with a topic without true understanding?
Illusion of competence
The book suggests that testing isn’t just an assessment tool but a way to enhance learning. What is this concept called?
Testing effect or retrieval practice effect
What are the two types of knowledge discussed in “Make It Stick,” distinguishing between knowing facts and knowing how to do something?
Declarative knowledge (knowing what) and procedural knowledge (knowing how).
According to “Make It Stick,” why are stories or narratives considered a potent tool for learning and memory?
Stories provide context, making information more relatable and memorable. They embed facts within a memorable context, aiding recall and understanding
Overstudying material immediately after learning it is referred to as what, and why is it cautioned against in “Make It Stick”?
Overlearning. It can provide an illusion of mastery due to the material’s freshness but doesn’t necessarily ensure long-term retention.
Define Interleaved Practice
Interleaved practice is the technique of practicing multiple subjects or skills in parallel, mixing them up, rather than focusing on one topic at a time. It strengthens memory and understanding by forcing the brain to differentiate between topics.
Define Illusion of Competence
The illusion of competence is the false belief that one has mastered a topic due to a deceptive feeling of familiarity or ease with it, without having a deep understanding.
Define Retrieval Practice
Retrieval practice is the act of actively recalling information from memory without looking at the source. It strengthens the memory trace and aids in long-term retention.
Define Desirable Difficulties.
Desirable difficulties refer to the challenges introduced into the learning process, making it harder but enhancing long-term retention and understanding
Define Elaborative Interrogation
Elaborative interrogation involves questioning and explaining why a fact or concept is true. It promotes deeper understanding by connecting new information with existing knowledge.
Define Testing Effect.
The testing effect is the phenomenon where taking tests, especially recalling information from memory, improves long-term retention more than mere studying.
Define Declarative Knowledge
Declarative knowledge refers to factual information, such as dates or definitions. It’s the “knowing what” aspect of learning.
Define Procedural Knowledge.
Procedural knowledge pertains to knowing how to perform tasks or skills. It’s the “knowing how” dimension of learning.
Define Mental Models.
Mental models are internal representations or frameworks of how something works. They shape our understanding and influence our actions
Define Overlearning.
Overlearning involves studying material beyond the point of initial mastery. While it might provide a sense of fluency, it doesn’t ensure better long-term retention.
Define Mnemonic Devices.
Mnemonic devices are memory aids or techniques that use associations, patterns, or relatable concepts to help remember information.
R.I.C.E In Sports.
I.C.E in Growth.
Define Metacognition
A: Metacognition is the understanding and awareness of one’s own thought processes. It’s often referred to as “thinking about thinking.”
Define Reflective Learning
Reflective learning is the process of stepping back from the learning experience to consider what you’ve learned, how it connects to what you know, and how it might apply to your life.
Define Generation Effect.
The generation effect suggests that information is better remembered if it is generated from one’s own mind rather than simply read.
Define Feedback Loop.
A feedback loop in learning refers to the process of getting information about one’s current level of understanding, which helps in recognizing mistakes and misconceptions.
Define Conceptual Framework.
A conceptual framework is an organized structure of ideas or concepts that help in understanding or explaining a specific topic.
Define Calibration.
Calibration in learning refers to the alignment between what you think you know and what you actually know. A well-calibrated learner accurately assesses their own knowledge.
Define Deep Processing.
Deep processing involves thoughtful engagement with information, understanding its meaning, and relating it to other known concepts. It contrasts with shallow processing, which is more rote and superficial.
Define Varied Practice.
Varied practice is a learning technique where students practice a range of related skills or concepts in mixed order, helping them to differentiate and better understand each one.
