Researchers report on how to improve long-term learning
Wednesday, November 19, 2008 - 12:00
in Psychology & Sociology
Combine the aphorisms that 'practice makes perfect' and 'timing is everything' into one and you might get something resembling findings published in this month's issue of Psychological Science. Proper spacing of lessons, the researchers report, can dramatically enhance learning. And larger gaps between study sessions result in better recall of facts...