Most tests are graded right or wrong — but learning doesn’t work that way. In this video, Andrew from Brainscape explains why the Brainscape flashcard app uses a 5-point confidence scale instead of marking answers as “right” or “wrong,” and how this system is grounded in cognitive science, spaced repetition, and the Leitner System. You’ll learn how rating your confidence — not just correctness — leads to faster learning, better memory retention, and more efficient study sessions. If you’re st...
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Most tests are graded right or wrong — but learning doesn’t work that way. In this video, Andrew from Brainscape explains why the Brainscape flashcard app uses a 5-point confidence scale instead of marking answers as “right” or “wrong,” and how this system is grounded in cognitive science, spaced repetition, and the Leitner System. You’ll learn how rating your confidence — not just correctness — leads to faster learning, better memory retention, and more efficient study sessions. If you’re st...
Why Flashcards Work So Well for ADHD Students (Backed by Science)
Knowledge Rehab
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Why Flashcards Work So Well for ADHD Students (Backed by Science)
Struggling to focus when you study? You sit down with good intentions… and suddenly you begin daydreaming. If staying on task feels impossible — especially with ADHD — you're not alone. In this video, Andrew from Brainscape breaks down why flashcards are one of the most ADHD-friendly study tools out there, and how they work with your brain rather than against it. Jump to a section 👇 00:00 — Why Studying Is Hard With ADHD + The Daydreaming Problem 00:17 — How Flashcards Help ADHD Brains Focu...
Knowledge Rehab
Most tests are graded right or wrong — but learning doesn’t work that way. In this video, Andrew from Brainscape explains why the Brainscape flashcard app uses a 5-point confidence scale instead of marking answers as “right” or “wrong,” and how this system is grounded in cognitive science, spaced repetition, and the Leitner System. You’ll learn how rating your confidence — not just correctness — leads to faster learning, better memory retention, and more efficient study sessions. If you’re st...
