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Self-testing is a proven method to speed up learning without the pressure of exams—long-term success is mainly based on what you know and contributes to lifelong learning.Summary
Jeff Haden writing in INC makes the following points:
- Testing and retrieving aids retention.
- Testing identifies knowledge gaps.
- Testing helps you learn more the next time you study.
- Testing organizes knowledge.
- Testing helps transfer knowledge to new situations.
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References from the Web:
- MAY 2021 How to Improve Memory Retrieval: Self-Testing-ShortForm
- FEB 2022 Training your brain: Seven ways to improve your memory-Monash University
- Self-Testing-Taking Learning Seriously