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Optimal Protocols for Studying & Learning
Huberman Lab
The Best Learning Strategy: Test Yourself Soon After Exposed to (New) Material
Testing oneself soon after exposure to new material significantly enhances learning and retention compared to delayed testing or passive study methods. Immediate testing following the introduction of material, such as reading or practicing, helps to consolidate information in the brain's neural circuits by offsetting the natural forgetting process. This strategy yields better performance results, highlighting that familiarity with material does not equate to mastery or agility in its application. The active engagement through testing leads to corrective learning, wherein errors prompt the brain to recognize and reinforce correct information. This principle underscores the importance of timely self-assessment as a fundamental practice for effective learning across all educational stages.
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