Return to important material over several days, with self-testing each time.
Space your encounters
Spaced learning means spreading review across more than one session. You can begin by reviewing new content the next day, again a few days later, and once more before the exam. Exact intervals depend on the topic, deadline and how confidently you recall it.
Recall before reviewing
At the start of each revisit, answer questions from memory before opening the notes. Correct any errors using the source. This combines spacing with retrieval practice, two strategies supported by learning research.
Build a realistic calendar
List topics in a planner and mark when they need another check. Do not create dozens of reminders that you cannot maintain. Focus on the material you are likely to forget and the questions you previously missed.
Try the technique once, then use the Tempo Study Loop: start, apply, check and decide what to do next.
Sources and further reading
- The Learning Scientists — Retrieval practice and spaced learning
- University of Toronto — Learning strategies
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