Overview
Generating content in the process of practicing is helpful for remembering.
Types
Name | Description | Sources |
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Generation Effect | That self-generated information is remembered best. For instance, people are better able to recall memories of statements that they have generated than similar statements generated by others. | [1] |
Testing Effect | The fact that you more easily remember information you have read by rewriting it instead of rereading it. | [1] [2] |
Practical Perspectives
- When learning something new, try including writing in your study practices.
- Try coming up with your own original examples or applications of concepts.
References & Acknowledgements
[1] Wikipedia contributors. "List of cognitive biases." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 14 Jul. 2020. Web. 23 Jul. 2020. link
[2] Stetson C, Fiesta MP, Eagleman DM (December 2007). "Does time really slow down during a frightening event?". PLOS ONE. 2 (12): e1295. Bibcode:2007PLoSO...2.1295S. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0001295. PMC 2110887. PMID 18074019.
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