Maximizing Learning Through Focus and Effort

This chapter explores the critical role of active engagement in the learning process while highlighting the limitations of working memory and the effects of multitasking. Personal strategies for enhancing concentration, such as minimizing distractions and using self-testing, are shared to improve retention and understanding. The concept of 'desirable difficulty' is introduced, emphasizing the necessity of effortful retrieval in achieving deeper learning and long-term memory retention.