Growth
Choose methods from mixed problems
Whenyou start practice after learning methods
Mix a few examples from two familiar, easily confused problem types. Before solving each, name the clue that selects the method. Solve, check the answer and correct any wrong choice of method.
- Make it easier
- Review one solved example of each type first.
- Make it harder
- Add a third familiar type.
- Progression
- Add variety when choices are usually right and you can name the clues.
Start tiny
Choose and check the method for one problem.
Evidence grade AMeta-analysis, evidence-based guideline, or repeated findings
Brunmair & Richter (2019), Similarity Matters: A Meta-Analysis of Interleaved Learning and Its Moderators, Psychological Bulletin. Read the source ↗ Benefits vary by material; most useful here for confusable categories or problem types, not random subject switching.
Growth: Supporting habits that improve the conditions for useful repetitions: preparation, consistency or necessary recovery.
