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How to use retrieval practice to improve learning - Coggle Diagram
How to use retrieval practice to improve learning
Focus on getting information "out," instead of getting information "in"
Enhances and boosts learning
Struggle to recall information is what improves memory
Encourage retrieval during learning
Improve student understanding and retention of class concepts
Use as a learning practice not a grade
Challenging learning leads to long term learning
The more difficult the retrieval practice, the better it is for long term learning
Information that comes to the mind easily is more likely to be forgotten - short term learning
Recall and write down answers improves learning
Slower, effortful retrieval leads to long term learning
Improves complex thinking and applications skills
Improves organization of knowledge
Improves transfer of knowledge to other concepts
Use information flexibly
Identify gaps in learning
Metacognition is the awareness of what students know and don't know
Help make better decisions when studying
Teachers can adjust lesson plans according to what students are good at and what they are struggling with
Feedback after retrieval practice
Methods
Colored index cards to answer questions during class
Bell work and exit tickets on content learned in class
Dry erase boards for students to write down answers they need to recall from their memory
Give both multiple choice and short answer questions as long as it allows students to recall from their memories
With different question types like fact based, conceptual, and connection questions