Making learning more challenging
Thinking Deeply about Primary Education
Utilizing Retrieval Practice to Counteract Stress Impact
Stress during learning can enhance encoding, but it can also affect retrieval negatively, particularly before exams. High stress levels alter cortisol levels, impacting retrieval for up to 90 minutes. However, retrieval practice can counteract stress effects and improve memory retention over time, emphasizing the importance of regular low-stakes retrieval practice.
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