How to use spaced repetition and active recall help to learn new topics, rather than just memorize them

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I’ve used spaced repetition and active recall help to memorize things that I already understand. It has been helpful to me.

Here is how I did it-:

I UNDERSTAND something.
I write short notes (version 1).
I read version 1 notes. And again write some notes (version 2).
I read notes version 2.
I again write notes (version 3) and read them.

I keep doing this as much time I have. Generally doing this for 3 times ensures I remember everything. But that doesn't really help with learning new content.

How can I use this to learn new topics?

You have used this before apparently, so how did you use it then? I assume also on a new topic, right? — Jeroen, Oct 29 '21 at 12:20
i used it on already understood topic to memorize. huge difference. — gidser, Oct 29 '21 at 12:46
I mean I am studying for university exam, so I need to memorize. — gidser, Oct 29 '21 at 14:08

score 1 · Answer 1 · answered Oct 29 '21 at 13:51

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Memory is an important part of learning, but not all of it. There are many techniques to help you remember stuff, but you're forgetting another important aspect of learning: practice.

Employing whatever you're trying to learn also helps with learning.

answered Oct 29 '21 at 13:51

Diego Queiroz

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