Section 1 Key Terms

interleaving

mixing different topics or skills within a single study session promotes deeper understanding and transfer of knowledge

desirable difficulty

introducing challenges or obstacles during learning to cultivate resilience and enhance overall learning

metacognition

the awareness and understanding of one’s thinking and processes to monitor and regulate learning

humanism

nurturing students’ overall well-being, self-esteem, and sense of belonging

neuroplasticity

the brain’s ability to reorganize and adapt in response to experiences

retrieval practice

enhances long-term retention by actively recalling information from memory

informational processing theory

fundamental concepts for understanding brain function, such as sensory input, working memory, and long-term memory

neurodevelopment

plays a crucial role in acquiring new knowledge, honing cognitive skills, and adapting to the challenges of formal education

executive function

the set of mental skills that help individuals plan, focus their attention, and remember instructions successfully