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Self-explanation

5 papers

Evidence base for self-explanation — every paper below is DOI-verified so you can trace any claim back to its source.

Papers

  1. Bisra K., Liu Q., Nesbit J. C., Salimi F., Winne P. H. — **Year:** 2018
    2018DOI: 10.1007/s10648-018-9434-x
  2. Rittle-Johnson B., Loehr A. M., Durkin K. — **Year:** 2017
    2017DOI: 10.1007/s11858-017-0834-z
  3. Rittle-Johnson B. — **Year:** 2006
    2006DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-8624.2006.00852.x
  4. Chi M. T. H., De Leeuw N., Chiu M.-H., Lavancher C. — **Year:** 1994
    1994DOI: 10.1207/s15516709cog1803_3
  5. Chi M. T. H., Bassok M., Lewis M. W., Reimann P., Glaser R. — **Year:** 1989
    1989DOI: 10.1207/s15516709cog1302_1

Audio companion script

This technique is called self explanation. Reach for it when you want to explain each step to yourself in your own words while learning. The idea is simple. You build a steady habit and let it do the work over time. It is backed by five peer reviewed studies, so the advice rests on real evidence. Try it on your own material this week and notice how much more sticks.