We've all been there: you spend an hour reviewing flashcards, feeling confident. Two days later, you draw a blank. This isn't a failure of intelligence; it's the "Forgetting Curve" in action.
What is Spaced Repetition?
Spaced Repetition System (SRS) is a method where you review information at increasing intervals. Instead of reviewing a word every day (which is inefficient) or once a month (which leads to forgetting), you review it just before your brain is likely to forget it.
Why It Works
Every time you successfully recall a memory that is slightly faded, your brain strengthens the neural pathway associated with it. It's like lifting a heavier weight at the gym; the struggle makes you stronger.
Tools like Word Inventory help you organize your vocabulary so you can easily apply these principles, ensuring that the words you learn today stick with you for the long haul.