"Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning" by Peter C. Brown Flashcards
What does “Make It Stick” suggest is more effective than re-reading material?
Active recall is more effective than simply re-reading material.
What type of practice is recommended by “Make It Stick” for long-term retention?
Spaced repetition or distributed practice is recommended for long-term retention.
According to “Make It Stick”, why is it beneficial to mix up your practice of different topics or types of problems (interleaved practice)?
It aids in discerning and understanding the underlying principles that differentiate the problems.
What kind of illusions does “Make It Stick” caution against in the learning process?
The illusions of competence, like re-reading, cramming, or immediate repetition of new material.
How does “Make It Stick” suggest you can better grasp and remember complex concepts?
By elaborating on the material, i.e., connecting new information to prior knowledge and finding analogies.
What strategy does “Make It Stick” recommend for testing whether you’ve understood something?
Explain the concept or process to someone else in your own words.
What is the reflection technique suggested by “Make It Stick”?
Pausing to review, summarize, and think about the implication of new knowledge.
According to “Make It Stick”, why is retrieval practice important?
Retrieval strengthens the memory and interrupts forgetting.
What does “Make It Stick” suggest about learning styles?
The idea of “learning styles” (auditory, visual learner, etc.) is largely discredited. Effective strategies are effective for everyone.
How does “Make It Stick” recommend using flashcards effectively?
Write a concept/question on one side and the answer/explanation on the other. Practice recalling the answer.
What is the “generation effect” discussed in “Make It Stick”?
The act of generating an answer or solution boosts memory and understanding.
According to “Make It Stick”, why is it beneficial to struggle with problem-solving before being taught the solution?
The struggle prepares the brain for learning and makes the solution more memorable.
How does “Make It Stick” suggest overcoming the forgetting curve?
With spaced repetition of the information.
What does “Make It Stick” say about the effectiveness of cramming for exams?
Cramming may help for short-term recall but is ineffective for long-term retention.
According to “Make It Stick”, how can we improve our ability to remember new knowledge?
By associating it with existing knowledge or personal experiences.
How does “Make It Stick” suggest you handle mistakes in the learning process?
Recognize them as a valuable part of learning rather than a sign of failure.
How does “Make It Stick” recommend handling the challenges of learning?
Embrace them. Difficulties and failures are essential parts of effective learning.
What does “Make It Stick” say about the role of quizzes and tests in learning?
Quizzes and tests serve as useful tools for practicing recall, reinforcing memory, and guiding study strategies.
According to “Make It Stick”, how can changing your environment enhance learning?
Different environments create varied retrieval cues, which can deepen and diversify your understanding.
What does “Make It Stick” suggest about the value of sleep in learning?
Sleep plays a crucial role in memory consolidation and learning.
What’s the “rule of three” mentioned in “Make It Stick”?
After you read something, recall it three times with increasingly longer gaps between each recall.
According to “Make It Stick”, why should learning be spaced out over time?
Spacing out learning helps to reinforce memory and facilitates better long-term recall.
How does “Make It Stick” explain the concept of “desirable difficulties”?
It refers to practices that make learning feel harder but actually improve retention and understanding.
What are the two types of memory systems identified in “Make It Stick”?
Semantic memory (for factual information) and episodic memory (for personal experiences).
How does “Make It Stick” suggest enhancing learning from lectures?
Taking notes by hand, as it forces you to process and summarize the information.
According to “Make It Stick”, what are the benefits of interleaved practice?
It helps learners to differentiate between concepts or types of problems and decide the appropriate strategy.
What is the purpose of “mnemonic devices” as described in “Make It Stick”?
Mnemonic devices are tools that aid in memory recall.
How does “Make It Stick” suggest one should approach teaching or tutoring others?
Emphasize understanding over memorization and encourage the use of active recall and self-quizzing.
According to “Make It Stick”, how can you transfer knowledge to new contexts?
By practicing applying your knowledge in various settings, circumstances, and frameworks.
What does “Make It Stick” suggest about the effectiveness of group study sessions?
They can be effective, especially when they involve discussion and explanation of concepts, but they should not replace individual study.
What strategy can you apply from “Make It Stick” to your programming teaching on YouTube?
Start by posing a problem to solve, letting viewers grapple with it before you present the solution. This will make the solution more memorable.
As a self-learner, how can you use the strategy of elaboration from “Make It Stick”?
When studying new material, try to relate it to what you already know or to your own experiences. Make this a routine part of your study sessions.
How can you apply the idea of spaced repetition in your self-learning routine?
Rather than trying to learn a new concept in one session, break it up into smaller study sessions over several days or weeks.
How can you apply the strategy of interleaved practice from “Make It Stick” in your teaching method?
In your tutorials, alternate between different programming topics or types of problems, rather than sticking to one topic per video.
As a YouTube teacher, how can you utilize retrieval practice from “Make It Stick”?
Encourage viewers to pause the video and recall what they’ve just learned before moving on. Or end your videos with a quiz or review questions.
How can you utilize reflection from “Make It Stick” in your self-learning routine?
At the end of each study session, take a few minutes to review and summarize what you’ve learned and how it fits into your broader understanding.
How can you implement the “generation effect” from “Make It Stick” in your YouTube teaching?
Encourage viewers to attempt writing code or solving problems on their own before revealing the solution.
What’s a practical way to overcome the forgetting curve in your self-learning according to “Make It Stick”?
Regularly revisit old material you’ve learned to keep it fresh in your memory. This could be as simple as reviewing notes or redoing problems.
How can you apply the concept of “desirable difficulties” from “Make It Stick” in your teaching method?
Incorporate challenging exercises and problems in your tutorials, even if it makes the learning process feel harder initially.
As a self-learner, how can you use the concept of varied environments from “Make It Stick”?
Try studying in different locations or at different times of day to create varied retrieval cues and enhance your learning.
