8 Proven Psychological Methods for More Effective Learning

Spaced Repetition

Review material at increasing intervals to improve long-term retention.

Active Recall

Test yourself on the material to strengthen memory retrieval and retention.

Interleaved Practice

Mix different topics during study sessions to enhance problem-solving skills.

Self-Explanation

Teach the material to yourself or others to deepen understanding.

Mnemonics

Create memory aids like acronyms or visual imagery for complex information.

Elaborative Interrogation

Ask “why” questions to explore underlying principles and improve memory.

Dual Coding

Combine verbal and visual information to engage multiple cognitive pathways.

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