Research & Writing
Articles
Peer-reviewed research translated into study strategies — covering spaced repetition, active recall, FSRS scheduling, and how memory actually works. Written by the Cue team, cited in APA 7th.
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The most recent articles, grounded in peer-reviewed research.
Retrieval Practice in the Classroom — Without Grading More
A practical guide for high school teachers: how to run retrieval practice in class without adding grading, what the classroom studies actually show, and how to start this week.
How to Use Flashcards Correctly: A Research-Backed Guide
Learn how to use flashcards correctly with evidence-backed techniques. Active recall, spacing, and card design explained for high school students.
A Study Technique Almost Nobody Has Heard Of
Mind mapping is a study technique almost nobody uses — but it mirrors how your brain actually stores information. Here's what it is and how to use it.
Why Re-Reading Your Notes Does Not Work
Re-reading your notes feels like studying — but research shows it produces little long-term retention. Here's why it fails, and what to do instead.
What Is Retrieval Practice — and Why It Outperforms Re-Reading
Retrieval practice is a study method backed by decades of research. Learn what it is, how it works, and why it outperforms re-reading for high school students.