Novelty promotes learning and memory from "summary" of How We Learn by Benedict Carey
One of the most powerful ways to enhance our ability to learn and remember information is through exposure to novelty. Novelty can take many forms: a different environment, a new study technique, a fresh perspective. When we introduce novelty into our learning process, we force our brains to sit up and take notice, to pay closer attention to the information at hand. This heightened state of awareness can lead to more robust encoding of memories, making them easier to recall later on.
Novelty works by activating the brain's dopamine system, which is responsible for regulating our motivation and reward circuits. When we encounter something new and interesting, dopamine is released, signaling to the brain that this information is worth paying attention to. This chemical surge helps to strengthen the connections between neurons, making it easier for u...
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