Familiar is not the same as learned
See why recognising an idea can feel convincing even when you cannot retrieve it without help.
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Study methods
Small changes that turn reading and watching into active study.
Try to remember before looking again
Make a brief retrieval attempt before you reopen the answer.
Start lessonGive memory time to work
Compare back-to-back repetition with practice spread across separate occasions.
Start lessonWhy rereading feels more effective than it is
A careful explanation of fluency, comprehension and recall without the text.
Read articleHow often should you repeat something?
Why the next review depends on your retention goal and what you can currently retrieve.
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