A Test of Three Practice Schedules, and the One That Works Best (Especially for Older Learners)
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Even though we know that learning can and does continue throughout our lifespan, it often feels like it's more of a struggle to learn new things as we get older. So are there practice strategies that could help to offset this a bit? A recent study tested out three different practice schedules, and identified one that leads to better retention, more flexible/adaptable skills, and more motivation too!
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