A Retrieval Practice Activity on Retrieval Practice!

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

An idea or a framework for that idea or concept is called a _____.

Developing competencies such as critical thinking and problem solving becomes much more difficult when learners lack _________ 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 ________ 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