Becoming SMART is easy (using science)

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1. Retrieval Practice
2. Spaced Practice
3. Interleaving
4. Elaborative interrogation

Introduction (00:00:00)

• There are powerful study techniques based on scientific evidence that can transform anyone into a top student.
• These techniques are some of the most robust findings in the psychology of learning.

Don't do this (00:00:31)

• Highlighting and rereading are two widely used but ineffective study strategies.
• They create a false sense of mastery and superficial understanding.

Method 1: Retrieval practice (00:01:30)

• Testing yourself is an effective learning strategy.
• Retrieval practice helps retain more information than just reading.
• It works even on subjects you know nothing about.
• Retrieval practice requires more effort but is more effective, especially with increasing difficulty.
• A single session can improve memory for 9 months, and multiple sessions can last for at least 8 years.