Asking questions, testing improves student learning of new material
Monday, October 1, 2018 - 19:40
in Psychology & Sociology
Researchers know memory retrieval is beneficial for learning, but their new meta-analysis found there are limits. The research shows the frequency and difficulty of questions can reverse the effect and be detrimental to learning. It also is not enough to simply ask a question; students must respond to see a positive effect on learning.