Psychol Sci March 2006 PMID 16507066

Test-enhanced learning: taking memory tests improves long-term retention.

Henry L Roediger, Jeffrey D Karpicke

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The group consistently supports the article’s claims, using strong, positive language like 'game changer' and referencing specific concepts such as 'retrieval practice' and 'testing effect.' Several posts explore how testing can reduce anxiety and improve learning outcomes, demonstrating deep engagement and recognition of its potential impact on educational practices.

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The majority of discussions emphasize strong support for the article's findings, citing data and research that validate the testing effect's benefits.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high curiosity and enthusiasm about the topic, referencing various aspects of testing and learning strategies with active language and shared examples.

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Discussions include detailed explanations, examples of retrieval practice, and connections to educational practices, indicating deep involvement.

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Many posts highlight the potential for the research to influence teaching methods and student learning behaviors, framing it as game-changing or essential for educational improvement.

Abstract in brief

  • Taking a memory test can boost retention of information, a concept called the testing effect.
  • In an experiment, students studied text and either took tests or restudied the same material, and then were tested later.
  • While initial studying seemed better for immediate recall, testing significantly improved retention over time, showing that tests enhance learning beyond just measuring it.

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Wouter Duyck
@wduyck · X

Een klassieker: het testeffect. Zwarte groep studeert tekst vier keer langer dan grijze groep, die studeert en dan getest wordt. Na 1 week is leereffect voor groep met test veel sterker #examens https://t.co/zOqmyErcy4 https://t.co/EJFQyAQN3W

May 1, 2020 · 114 likes · 24 shares · 24,337 followers View post →
Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin · X

[2] Roediger III, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological science, 17(3), 249-255.

Aug 1, 2020 · 34 likes · 56,898 followers View post →
Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin · X

[4] Roediger III, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological science, 17(3), 249-255.

Oct 31, 2020 · 21 likes · 2 shares · 56,898 followers View post →
Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin · X

[4] Roediger, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological Science, 17(3), 249-55.

Aug 20, 2022 · 19 likes · 1 share · 56,898 followers View post →
Keith Wilson
@keefer007 · X

.@Danieldpratt talking about 'test enhanced learning' - assessment can drive learning to some extent #hmieducators "Test-enhanced learning: taking memory tests improves long-term retention" https://t.co/IgwZ4apLLB

Oct 11, 2020 · 5 likes · 1 share · 1,220 followers View post →
Steve Most
@SBMost · X

4/5 2) It provided a collaborative platform where students were helping each other study as a community. Also, students who read and tried to answer the questions posted by others could benefit from the "testing effect" (or "retrieval practice"). https://t.co/yglmPS6pt2

Sep 22, 2020 · 3 likes · 3,024 followers View post →

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Dallas Klein
@bydallasklein · X

@natellewellyn Totally, a lot of data backing assessments improving long-term retention too: https://t.co/r4rSYrkKlz and also, (maybe counterintuitively) more tests actually help reduce student test anxiety: https://t.co/K045MM4End

Oct 21, 2025 · 1 like · 517 followers View post →
藤田 尚弓
@akujyo · X

学習を繰り返すより、テストを繰り返したほうが記憶に残りやすい Roediger, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-Enhanced Learning: Taking Memory Tests Improves Long-Term Retention. Psychological Science, 17(3), 249-255.

May 16, 2025 · 1 like · 1,636 followers View post →
おうしらう
@oushirau · X

備忘 検索メモ テスト、記憶、定着、思い出す、教科書、読み直す、読み返す、読みなおす、読みかえす、マインドマップ、曼荼羅、論文 Henry L. Roediger(ロジャー) Jeffrey D. Karpicke(カーピキ) Test-Enhanced Learning: Taking Memory Tests Improves Long-Term Retention

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ᴉʞoɐu ᴉʞɐzɐɯɐʎ / Ямадзаки Наоки
@ymzknk · X

「テスト効果」に関する基本的文献(元をちゃんと読め、自分)。 Roediger III, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Karpicke, J. D., & Roediger III, H. L. (2008). The critical importance of retrieval for learning.

Feb 2, 2025 · 2 likes · 400 followers View post →
ᴉʞoɐu ᴉʞɐzɐɯɐʎ / Ямадзаки Наоки
@ymzknk.bsky.social · Bluesky

いわゆる「テスト効果」に関する基本的文献。このへんもちゃんと元を読んでおかねば。 Roediger III, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Karpicke, J. D., & Roediger III, H. L. (2008). The critical importance of retrieval for learning.

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Salvador F
@salvadorfg.bsky.social · Bluesky

Roediger, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological Science, 17(3), 249–255. doi.org/10.1111/j.14...

Nov 29, 2024 · 1 like View post →
Keith Wilson
@keefer007 · X

Test-Enhanced Learning: Taking Memory Tests Improves Long-Term Retention https://t.co/KlVmIBtE4R #hmieducators

Oct 3, 2023 · 1 like · 1,220 followers View post →
Geoff V
@IILearning · X

Klasszikus papír... Test-Enhanced Learning: Taking Memory Tests Improves Long-Term Retention https://t.co/z3pLpNDh6q

Jun 2, 2023 · 2,542 followers View post →
Geoff V
@IILearning · X

Test-Enhanced Learning: Taking Memory Tests Improves Long-Term Retention https://t.co/PB9RBwQrYA

Jun 1, 2023 · 3 likes · 2,542 followers View post →
دانشجوی اونور آبی
@student4ever8 · X

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anamavalenzuela
@anamavalenzuela · X

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Steve Most
@SBMost · X

14/15 Finally, multi-tasking aside, almost all actors test themselves to see if they can remember their lines. This is “retrieval practice”, which has been shown to be effective not only for assessing learning, but also for improving it (e.g., https://t.co/bXlAaUowo2).

Oct 7, 2022 · 2 likes · 3,024 followers View post →
Keith Wilson
@keefer007 · X

Test-Enhanced Learning: Taking Memory Tests Improves Long-Term Retention https://t.co/KlVmIBtE4R #hmieducators

Oct 3, 2022 · 1,220 followers View post →
lumalee
@bossadotedio · X

@concurseiranda É cientificamente comprovado a ineficiência de anotações na memória de longo, fora que pro time span de um concurseiro as revisões tomam muito desse tempo. Revisão por questões são extremamente mais eficazes, todo o resto é apenas impressão. https://t.co/aSCbAJ3zJ9

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出張勝也/Katsuya Debari
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Antolin Diaz Ramirez
@lgolpeavisa · X

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Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin · X

[4] Roediger, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological Science, 17(3), 249-55.

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Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin.bsky.social · Bluesky

[4] Roediger, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological Science, 17(3), 249-55.

Aug 20, 2022 · 1 share View post →
AK
@1qaz5tgb3edc · X

「小テストをすればするほどテストの点数は上がる」 #心理学 #小テスト #記憶 Roediger, H. L. III, & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological Science, 17(3), 249–255. https://t.co/rPGHTO0l7J

May 4, 2022 · 5,852 followers View post →
Agnes Wold
@AgnesWold · X

@AndreasJildest2 @dahbjo https://t.co/UvPOBhdEiF

Apr 27, 2022 · 112,754 followers View post →
Sandra Delgado, PhD.
@SandraD_PhD · X

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Oct 18, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 272 followers View post →
Peter Ford
@EdSacredProfane · X

@debrakidd @dylanwiliam @C_Hendrick What do you mean the Bruner who said that children should learn things by themselves (Kirchner, Sweller and Clarke, 2006)? Are you crazy Debra?

Apr 8, 2021 · 2,275 followers View post →
BlueBook ブルーブック
@bluebook_com · X

Roediger, H. L. III, & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological Science, 17(3), 249–255. https://t.co/FRjeQs1LTZ

Apr 8, 2021 · 37 followers View post →
Tim Kantereit
@Herr_Ka_Punkt · X

@Ind137 @DanielBorowsk13 @vedducation Test-Enhanced Learning: Taking Memory Tests Improves Long-Term Retention Roediger & Karpicke 2006

Mar 7, 2021 · 1 like · 5,885 followers View post →
Osamu OKANO
@osamu2001 · X

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Jan 16, 2021 · 633 followers View post →
michelangelo13
@micheleangelo13 · X

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Armando Escandell
@tatuillo · X

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Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin.bsky.social · Bluesky

[4] Roediger III, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological science, 17(3), 249-255.

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Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin · X

[4] Roediger III, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological science, 17(3), 249-255.

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Harvard Macy
@HarvardMacy · X

RT @keefer007: .@Danieldpratt talking about 'test enhanced learning' - assessment can drive learning to some extent #hmieducators "Test-enh…

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Keith Wilson
@keefer007 · X

.@Danieldpratt talking about 'test enhanced learning' - assessment can drive learning to some extent #hmieducators "Test-enhanced learning: taking memory tests improves long-term retention" https://t.co/IgwZ4apLLB

Oct 11, 2020 · 5 likes · 1 share · 1,220 followers View post →
Steve Most
@SBMost · X

4/5 2) It provided a collaborative platform where students were helping each other study as a community. Also, students who read and tried to answer the questions posted by others could benefit from the "testing effect" (or "retrieval practice"). https://t.co/yglmPS6pt2

Sep 22, 2020 · 3 likes · 3,024 followers View post →
Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin · X

[2] Roediger III, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological science, 17(3), 249-255.

Aug 1, 2020 · 34 likes · 56,898 followers View post →
Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin.bsky.social · Bluesky

[2] Roediger III, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2006). Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long-term retention. Psychological science, 17(3), 249-255.

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@EvaRuwe · X

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Johan Dewolfs
@jdewolfs · X

RT @wduyck: Een klassieker: het testeffect. Zwarte groep studeert tekst vier keer langer dan grijze groep, die studeert en dan getest wordt…

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Wouter Duyck
@wduyck · X

Een klassieker: het testeffect. Zwarte groep studeert tekst vier keer langer dan grijze groep, die studeert en dan getest wordt. Na 1 week is leereffect voor groep met test veel sterker #examens https://t.co/zOqmyErcy4 https://t.co/EJFQyAQN3W

May 1, 2020 · 114 likes · 24 shares · 24,337 followers View post →
Michael Corayer
@PsychExamReview · X

New video! How to Study Effectively #3: Active Retrieval & Desirable Difficulties https://t.co/YKuoisvrdf via @YouTube #education #psychology #learning #retrievalpractice

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@PsychExamReview · X

New video: Biases, Ilusions, & Myths of Learning #psychology #education #learning https://t.co/dsJuIthlpq

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David A. Cohen
@DavidACohen_MD · X

A few undisputed facts about #learning: ✅Learners don’t like being tested (or “pimped” on wards) ✅Learners think that studying improves recall ✅Testing allows us to assess knowledge Here’s another fact: testing improves recall better than studying. https://t.co/j3pHZqDTlG

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