Individual Deliberate Practice
Overview
Practicing until achieving several error-free attempts is critical for retention. When learners work independently to repeatedly recall and practice new material (retrieval practice), they become fluent in the skill and are able to recall it automatically.
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Factors Supported by this Strategy
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Daily Review
Daily review strengthens previous learning and can lead to fluent recall.
Extended Writing Opportunities
Increasing how much students write improves both their writing and their reading.
Guided Practice
Spending time with new content helps move concepts and ideas into Long-term Memory.
Rereading
Students build their confidence, strategy use, and comprehension by reading and rereading books.
Verbal Repetition
Having students verbally repeat information such as instructions ensures they have heard the information and supports remembering.
