"To Really Learn, Quit Studying and Take a Test" —That article, by Pam Belluck in The New York Times, recounts research results that showed "Taking a test… actually helps people learn, and it works better than a number of other studying techniques."
The New York Times article refers to a study published in Science by Karpicke and Blunt. Karpicke opines that we measurably improve our learning when we retrieve information.
In my live classes, I am going to ask more questions.
I'm going to give students more chances to quiz each other.
I'm going to feel better about referring students to my online courses, which are chock full of quizzes.
I'm going to try to slow down the aging of my brain by quizzing myself as I walk the 'hood. Naming every tree by species, every bush. Thinking of a word, then trying to name every synonym I can.
Who knew that tests were good for you?
You can read the full article by Karpicke and Blunt here.
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