Mixing up study locations aids in memory recall from "summary" of How We Learn by Benedict Carey
To improve memory recall, it is essential to vary study locations. When we study in the same place every time, we create a mental association between the material and the environment. This can limit our ability to retrieve the information in different settings. By changing study locations, we force our brains to work harder to recall the information, which can strengthen our memory.
The act of moving to a different location can create a mental cue that helps us remember the material. When we study in multiple places, each location becomes linked to the information in our minds. This makes it easier for us to access the material later on, even when we are not in the same place where we studied it.
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