Spaced repetition improves long-term retention

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SUPPORTED

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Is it true that spaced repetition improves long-term retention?

Yes. Multiple studies demonstrate that spaced repetition and retrieval practices enhance long-term knowledge retention across educational settings.

Verdict: SUPPORTED · 3 sources for, 0 against · Last checked 28 Jul 2026

The analysis

The retrieved papers provide consistent evidence across various educational and experimental contexts showing that spaced repetition and active retrieval practice significantly improve long-term memory retention. No papers refute the claim.

Evidence for · 3

Novel adult learning-based curriculum for pathology residents: components and critique at five years.

2026

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H, N., AD, S., J, R., D, C., S, N., N, S., DB, A., RJ, M., CD, J., L, B., TJ, B., & JH, N. (2026). Novel adult learning-based curriculum for pathology residents: components and critique at five years.. doi.org. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.acpath.2026.100251

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Evaluating digital resources as a supplement to traditional anatomy teaching in dental education.

2026

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NH, T., AT, K., HL, H., Q, K., TP, U., & A, S. (2026). Evaluating digital resources as a supplement to traditional anatomy teaching in dental education.. doi.org. https://doi.org/10.3389/fdmed.2026.1781318

Using Anki and its association with recall and study practices among medical students in Jordanian universities: a cross-sectional study.

2026

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O, A., A, O., H, A., M, Z., S, A., R, A. T., Q, S., M, A., K, M., R, A., H, A. D., & HA, S. (2026). Using Anki and its association with recall and study practices among medical students in Jordanian universities: a cross-sectional study.. doi.org. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-026-09040-x

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first checked27 Jul 2026

judged → COMMON KNOWLEDGE · 927 Jul 2026

judged → SUPPORTED · 7528 Jul 2026

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