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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]]
[[Category:Glossary]]
[[Category:Refinement and Fluency]]
[[Category:Refinement and Fluency]]

Revision as of 15:06, 27 December 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.