A study technique where you review material over increasing intervals of time to boost long-term memory. Instead of cramming information all at once (and then forgetting it quickly), with spaced repetition you might study something today, then revisit it a day later, then three days later, then a week later, and so on. Each time you revisit, the memory gets stronger, and you can space out the reviews a bit more. This works because our brains tend to forget things, but every time you almost forget and then remember again, it’s like telling your brain “hey, this is important, keep this!” Flashcard apps like Anki or Quizlet often use spaced repetition algorithms to quiz you on something right before you’re likely to forget it. It’s one of the most efficient ways to memorize facts, vocabulary, or formulas for the long haul – like watering a plant at just the right times so it stays alive and growing.
Keywords: spaced repetition, spaced practice, memory retention
