Active recall
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- The author resonates with Murakami's idea that writing helps grasp and understand concepts, not just reading.
- Memory is not a fixed trait; the author's good memory comes from writing about ideas and experiences, not from innate ability.
- A study by Karpike and Blunt (2011) found that free recall (writing from memory) leads to better retention than rereading or concept mapping, even when the test requires concept mapping.
- The author's blog, notes, and journal are forms of free recall, proving that the act of writing, not re-reading, improves memory.
- The author advocates for teaching effective study techniques like active recall and note-taking in schools.