Chapter 3 - To Learn, Retrieve

What term is used in the text to describe the temporary performance improvement seen during the acquisition phase of a skill?

Dogged repetition
Visible acquisi- tion
Momentary strength (correct)
Underlying habit strength

In the text, what is compared to binge-and-purge eating due to the temporary nature of learning?

Spacing
Cramming (correct)
Variation
Interleaving

What method of practice is effective in building habit strength even though it may not show immediate visible improvement?

Spacing (correct)
Massed practice
Interleaving
Variation

What is the central idea conveyed by the text regarding the timing of practice sessions?

Practice should allow a space for a little forgetting between sessions. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the idea that visible improvement during practice may not necessarily lead to lasting habit strength?

Momentary strength (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest individuals can enhance their learning and memory during practice sessions?

By allowing time for a little forgetting between practice sessions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of spacing between study sessions according to the text?

To improve memory consolidation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does Sebastian Leitner's system involve?

A series of four file-card boxes (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the Leitner box system, where are the cards that are practiced the most frequently stored?

First box (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does moving a card up a box in the Leitner system indicate?

You should practice the card more often (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to beware of the 'familiarity trap' during self-quizzing?

To prevent overconfidence in one's knowledge (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens as mastery increases in the Leitner system?

The frequency of practice decreases (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which method based on the text is recommended to avoid starving your learning on short rations of variety?

Shuffling the flashcards (A) Signup and view all the answers

What feature is highlighted as essential for effective learning in the text?

Variability in practice (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe reflection as a form of practice?

Reflection is a form of retrieval practice enhanced with elaboration (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common term used to describe learning from experience?

Habitual learning (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest making brain connections more robust?

Bringing in complex networks and using them repeatedly (D) Signup and view all the answers

What behavior could differentiate between individuals who learn effectively and those who do not, as per the text?

Cultivating the habit of reflection (D) Signup and view all the answers

What form of spacing does interleaving two or more subjects during practice provide?

Distributed practice (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of problem-solving does interleaving help develop according to the text?

Decision-making (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the coach in the text approach the hockey class sessions?

By switching between different skills before each practice is complete (C) Signup and view all the answers

What frustration does the athlete in the text experience during the hockey classes?

He is not given enough time to practice each skill thoroughly (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does interleaving differ from blocked practice in terms of skill development?

Blocked practice repeats the same skill multiple times in a session (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does interleaving aid in building a broad schema for learners?

By distributing practice across different skills (A) Signup and view all the answers