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Create and study flashcards with active recall
A flashcard is a study aid with a question or prompt on one side and the answer on the other. Flashcards leverage active recall and spaced repetition to improve long-term memory retention.
| Technique | Description |
|---|---|
| Active Recall | Test yourself before flipping the card |
| Spaced Repetition | Review difficult cards more frequently |
| Interleaving | Mix different topics in one session |
| Elaboration | Explain why the answer is correct |
| Leitner System | Sort cards into boxes by difficulty level |
Formula
Retention Rate = Items Recalled ÷ Total Items × 100%Items Recalled = number of flashcards answered correctly without flipping
Total Items = total number of flashcards in the study deck
Worked Example
Study session with 30 cards
Did you know? Research by Karpicke & Blunt (2011) published in Science found that retrieval practice (active recall using flashcards) produces 50% more learning than elaborative studying with concept maps, making it one of the most effective study techniques known.
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