Learning effectiveness between classes can be dramatically improved through the delivery of spaced learning reminders of key curriculum content. By reducing forgetting between sessions, teachers and tutors can dedicate more time to deliver more personalised learning support to students. This translates into improved assessment and examination results, as well as value added measures.
Retenda uses a tailored mix of messaging media that students in Year 7 and up are more fully conversant than many adults - SMS text message, email and web based content. By "pushing" reminders of key learning to students between class sessions, exposure to key curriculum content is raised.
Retenda is a powerful tool for higher education colleges and universities in raising the cumulative value they add to their students. Spaced learning support reduces forgetting between sessions.
Retenda can be used prior to a classroom session to remind students to attend as well as for post learning support. This can be important where student motivation and behavioural issues are additional barriers to delivering an effective learning experience.
The use ICT and e-learning to support and improve education at all levels is an increasingly important strategic priority. The Government is actively pursuing widening access to education through improved digital infrastructure Digital Britain and organisations such as Becta support using technology to personalise and mobilise the learning experience for learners of all ages. Retenda is a service that brings this vision to life.
Learn more about how Retenda works.
privacy | terms & conditions | contact us
© 2012 retenda.com
More research proving the power of the spaced learning. In a time of economic and social uncertainty, we should be making sure our education and training practices are as potent as possible. The relatively simple integration of spaced exposure and practice will make a big difference at a relatively modest cost.
more
The National Audit Office (PDF link) has published a report on the government's skills requirements which criticise the heavy waste of investment and lack of data on both the costs and benefits of training and development.
more
The rise of Internet search engines like Google has changed the way our brain remembers information, according to research by Columbia University psychologist Betsy Sparrow.
more