The document discusses effective revision strategies for students as compiled by cognitive scientists. It outlines six strategies supported by research: interleaving, elaboration, spaced practice, retrieval practice, using concrete examples, and dual coding. These strategies include switching between topics, explaining ideas in detail, spacing out study over time, using flashcards, relating concepts to experiences, and combining words and visuals. Videos and posters from the researchers are provided as additional resources for teachers and students.

1. Sharing Teaching and Learning Ideas
Half Term Five Focus: Revision Strategies
Key Idea: Effective Study Strategies
The Learning Scientists (@acethattest) are a team of cognitive scientists interested in research in
education. They have compiled six of the most effective learning strategies to support and motivate
students.
Ways you can do this in your classroom:
1. Interleaving: Switching between ideas. (e.g. revision starters, self-quizzing homework on a previous
unit of study)
2. Elaboration: Explain and describe ideas with many details (e.g. connect ideas from your learning to
your day-to-day life / experiences)
3. Spaced Practice: Spacing out study over time
4. Retrieval Practice: Practice bringing information to mind (e.g. flashcards)
5. Concrete Examples: Use specific examples to understand abstract ideas
6. Dual Coding: Combine words and visuals
This research is available in video format, which you may find useful to share with your students:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPxSzxylRCI&feature=youtu.be
The Learning Scientists have created downloadable posters to support their research, with ideas on how
to apply each one: http://www.learningscientists.org/downloadable-materials/