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=== Optimal Spacing Interval ===
=== Optimal spacing interval ===


A quantity of time between two learning events such that the overall learning for the two learning events is maximal. This definition presupposes some measure that is maximized, such as long-term retention or transfer.
A quantity of time between two learning events such that the overall learning for the two learning events is maximal. This definition presupposes some measure that is maximized, such as long-term retention or transfer.


[[Category:Glossary Item]]
[[Category:Glossary Item]]

Revision as of 14:55, 17 September 2006

Optimal spacing interval

A quantity of time between two learning events such that the overall learning for the two learning events is maximal. This definition presupposes some measure that is maximized, such as long-term retention or transfer.