Combining two strategies—spacing and retrieval practice—is key to success in learning, says Shana Carpenter. Carpenter, a professor of psychology at Iowa State University, is the lead author of a ...

Remembering everything you learn might seem like an insurmountable task, but it doesn't have to be so daunting. By adopting a few strategic memory-boosting techniques, you can transform forgetfulness ...

Last year, I started working on a new project in a writing workshop. Each week, I’d sit in the session, actively listening, taking notes, and studying the lessons long after we finished for the night.

AMES, IA – Whether you’re trying to ace a test or pick up a new hobby, Iowa State Psychology Professor Shana Carpenter says combining two strategies – spacing and retrieval practice – is key to ...

As classrooms become more digital and distractions more constant, the students who thrive in 2026 won’t necessarily be the ...