dash.How does spaced repetition work?
Memories fade over time, and reviewing just as something starts to slip strengthens it. Each successful review lets you wait longer before the next one.
Flashcard apps automate the schedule, but a simple calendar works too. It pairs best with active recall: test yourself at each review rather than rereading.
How Dash helps with spaced repetition
Dash knows your exam dates, so it can build a study plan that spaces review across the days you have. At each session, ask it to quiz you or make flashcards, and tell it what tripped you up so the next round covers it.
Questions students ask
How far apart should reviews be?
Start with a day, then a few days, then a week or more. Shorten the gap for anything you got wrong.
Does spaced repetition work for problem-solving courses?
Yes. Space out practice problems by type instead of doing one kind all at once.
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