What is Active Recall and How to Use It

Let's take an example.

You're studying about the Solar System. Instead of just reading facts about it, you close your book and try to recall all the planets and their order. That's Active Recall! 

It's based on the "testing effect" – the idea that attempting to remember information leads to better long-term memory retention than passive studying. In simple terms, you learn by doing! 💡

Active recall method works because it makes your brain work hard. 💪 Each time you recall information, you strengthen the neural pathways in your brain, which leads to better memory retention. 

You might be wondering how to use Active Recall in your studies. 🤔📚 It's quite simple: after studying a topic, close your books and write or speak out what you remember. Practice this consistently and watch your recall ability skyrocket! 🚀

Flashcards are also an excellent tool for Active Recall. After studying a topic, write questions on one side of a flashcard and the answers on the other. Review these cards regularly to test your recall ability.

Remember, Active Recall is not about perfection. ✋ It's normal to struggle recalling information at first. But the more you practice, the easier it becomes. It's all about consistency and practice! Start implementing Active Recall in your study routine today.📝 The earlier you start, the better your memory retention will be. Remember, your brain is a muscle – the more you exercise it, the stronger it becomes!