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Core message: The study techniques that feel productive (re-reading, highlighting, massed practice) give an illusion of mastery. Durable learning comes from strategies that are a little effortful and spaced out over time. The big six strategies (in plain English): Retrieval practice – quiz yourself, close the book, explain from memory; then check and correct. Strengthens memory and diagnoses gaps. Spacing – leave time between sessions; the “reload” makes learning stick far be