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The Mnemonic Effects of Retrieval Practice
"Retrieval practice refers to the act of retrieving information from memory with the intent to promote learning. Although retrieval practice is often operationalized as taking a test, it can occur through many different..." – By Cristina D. Zepeda, Emily Een and Andrew C. Butler
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Social Justice and Equitable Systems in Education
"Social Justice is a term that encapsulates many of the problematic issues concerning modern societies. As a reflection of society, the concept has evolved to emphasize different aspects of fairness such as distribution..." – By Romina Madrid Miranda and Christopher Chapman
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