Based on the Studies conducted, unless we have a good revision strategy we tend to forget things with time.
In order to retain the information longer the following revision strategy can be used
First Revision: 24 hours after the initial learning
On an average the Brain is able to retain fresh information up to 80-100% for 24 hours.
Hence this first review is crucial. Reviewing the material within a day can significantly improve retention.
Second Revision: 3 days after the initial learning.
By this time, some of the details might start to fade, so a review can reinforce the memory.
Third Revision: 1 week after the initial learning.
This review helps to further stabilize the memory and reduce the rate of forgetting.
Fourth Revision: 2 weeks after the initial learning.
By now, the memory should be more consolidated, but a review will still be beneficial.
Fifth Revision: 1 month after the initial learning
This review helps to ensure long-term retention of the material.
Subsequent Revisions: Every 2-3 months, then gradually extending to every 6 months and then annually.
These spaced reviews help maintain the memory over the long term.
Two simple ways to implement this
- You can use calendar like Google Calendar to schedule revision for the topic.
- You can also use Flash Card Apps like Anki, which have this functionality in built.