Spaced practice, also known as distributed practice, involves spreading out your study sessions over time rather than engaging in one long cramming session. This technique leverages the spacing effect, a well-studied phenomenon in which learning is more durable and long-lasting when it is distributed across multiple sessions.
To implement spaced practice, you can:
– Break your study material into smaller chunks.
– Schedule multiple sessions to review each chunk over days or weeks.
– Use a calendar or planner to space out your study activities, ensuring you revisit each topic at increasing intervals.
Research indicates that spaced practice can significantly improve the long-term retention of information. By incorporating it into your study routine, you are more likely to remember what you’ve learned well into the future.
