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When a subject is taught in multiple contexts, however, and includes examples that demonstrate wide application of what is being taught, people are more likely to abstract the relevant features of concepts and to develop a flexible representation of knowledge (Gick and Holyoak, 1983).
Benedict Carey's book "How We Learn" has some different -- but related (and interesting) -- research-based insights about learning. Have you ever wondered, for example, whether it's more effective to study in a quiet room vs. a noisy one? Or better to listen to jazz or classical music while studying?
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