A Retrieval Practice Activity on Retrieval Practice!

When we learn, we must first process the information in our (a)   memory before it moves to long-term memory

An idea or a framework for that idea or concept is called a (a)   .

Developing competencies such as critical thinking and problem solving becomes much more difficult when learners lack (a)   about the topic or concept.

Actively recalling what we've learned makes that learning deeper and more durable. This learning strategy is called

• Schema

• Retrieval Practice

• Working Memory

• Long-Term Memory

When retrieval practice challenges the learner to rack their brains to successfully recall something they've learned, this is called a (a)   difficulty.

The LEAST effective example of retrieval practice from the list below is

• Quizzes

• Flashcards

• Highlighting

• Question Prompts

Retrieval practice is a

• Summative assessment strategy

• Formative assessment strategy

• Learning strategy

Which of these is NOT a key to successful flashcard use for retrieval practice?

• Multimedia should be included on the flashcard

• Students must attempt to retrieve information from their minds before flipping the flashcard over

• Students should 'know' the flashcard 5 times before removing it from the deck

• Students should ideally shuffle/randomize the deck

Using quizzes as a retrieval practice activity,

• Short answer questions are far more effective than multiple choice.

• Teachers should see the quizzing as an effective assessment strategy.

• Working with paper-based quizzes is more effective than digital quizzes.

• Teachers should make the quizzes low-stakes or even no-stakes.

Telling students and parents about retrieval practice is a good idea because

• Many 'feel good' learning/review activities they do may make students feel confident in their learning but are not effective.

• Learning activities which feel difficult may make students feel less confident in their learning but are very effective.

• They will be more motivated to persevere through activities with desirable difficulties.

• All of the above