Ms Jeffone, a Middle School Teacher, Reminds Her Students to Prepare

question 33

Multiple Choice

Ms. Jeffone, a middle school teacher, reminds her students to prepare well for the upcoming essay exam because it will cover a lot of material. In response, one of her students retorts, "Why bother! We'll forget all of the information over time, anyway." On the basis of current evidence, an appropriate response to this student's assertion would be

• A) "I agree. No matter how hard we try, we really do forget most of what we learn."
• B) "I disagree. We can remember a lot of what we learn if we master the new information and take an active role in our own learning."
• C) "I disagree. Learning does not decay over time if you frequently review the material."
• D) "I agree. However, it will be easier to relearn this material later if you memorize it now."

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