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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]]. The optimal spacing interval must control for time on task otherwise the concept is meaningless. | ||
[[Category:Glossary]] | [[Category:Glossary]] | ||
[[Category:Refinement and Fluency]] | [[Category:Refinement and Fluency]] | ||
Latest revision as of 21:46, 2 December 2007
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. The optimal spacing interval must control for time on task otherwise the concept is meaningless.