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What is the key difference between massed practice and distributed practice?
What is the key difference between massed practice and distributed practice?
- Distributed practice has shorter sessions with continuous practice.
- Massed practice has less rest time compared to practice time. (correct)
- Distributed practice requires more practice time than rest time.
- Mass practice involves longer sessions with more rest time.
What was one of the main findings of Moulton et al. (2006) regarding practice schedules?
What was one of the main findings of Moulton et al. (2006) regarding practice schedules?
- The massed practice group had better retention skills.
- Practice duration had no significant influence on skill acquisition.
- Both groups had equal performance outcomes.
- The distributed practice group performed better in retention and transfer tests. (correct)
In the context of practice schedules, what is the primary purpose of varying tasks within a session?
In the context of practice schedules, what is the primary purpose of varying tasks within a session?
- To maintain engagement and prevent fatigue. (correct)
- To ensure all tasks are practiced equally.
- To reduce the overall practice time.
- To assess only a specific skill.
How were participants in Moulton et al.'s study assigned to practice groups?
How were participants in Moulton et al.'s study assigned to practice groups?
Which of the following statements about massed practice is true?
Which of the following statements about massed practice is true?
Flashcards
Massed Practice
Massed Practice
Practicing a skill in intensive sessions with minimal or no rest between attempts.
Distributed Practice
Distributed Practice
Practicing a skill with rest periods between sessions, equal to or longer than the practice time.
Surgical Skill Practice
Surgical Skill Practice
Practice in performing microvascular anastomosis, a surgical procedure.
Practice Schedule Effect
Practice Schedule Effect
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Moulton et al. study
Moulton et al. study
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Study Notes
Practice Distribution
- Interventions regarding practice volume have been suggested, focusing on decision-making approaches.
- Considerations include learners' developmental readiness, skill proficiency, and learning objectives.
- Practice organization includes decisions about the duration, frequency, and allocation of time within sessions.
Massed Versus Distributed Practice
- Massed practice involves minimal rest time between practice sessions or practice attempts.
- Distributed practice includes an equal or greater amount of rest time than practice time.
- Researchers have studied the impact of massed and distributed practice schedules on skill acquisition.
- Studies have examined the effect on the duration, frequency of practice, and the ratio of rest time to practice time.
Research Notes
- A study (Moulton, 2006) examined the influence of practice distribution on surgical skill acquisition.
- Participants were split into massed and distributed practice schedules.
- Both groups practiced for the same amount of time, but massed practice was concentrated.
- Distributed practice was spread across weeks.
- Post-tests and a transfer test to anesthetized rats were used to assess results.
- The distributed practice group performed significantly better than the massed practice group.
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Description
Explore the concepts of practice volume interventions, focusing on massed versus distributed practice. This quiz delves into how these approaches affect skill acquisition, considering factors such as learners' readiness and practice organization. Test your understanding of the implications of practice schedules based on research findings.
