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ERRR #088. Kristian Still on Test-enhanced Learning

Mar 2, 2024
Deputy head academic Kristian Still discusses test-enhanced learning techniques to empower students, focusing on retrieval practice, spacing, and re-learning. He explores strategies for enhancing comprehension of 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas' with flashcards and interactive games. The importance of teacher well-being for sustainability in education is also highlighted.
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  • Encourage active retrieval throughout learning process for long-term memory retention.
  • Create flashcards to reinforce key concepts, prime for lessons, and challenge comprehension.

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Test Enhanced Learning: Effective Retrieval Practice

Using the concept of test-enhanced learning, teachers encourage students to retrieve information actively throughout the learning process, not just at the end. By integrating testing at various stages, students engage in effective retrieval practice, aiding in long-term memory retention and enhancing learning outcomes.

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