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SMARTER Framework

Seven moves that turn study sessions into mastery.

Overview

SMARTER stands for Set goals, Map content, Activate prior knowledge, Retrieve, Test, Evaluate, and Reflect. It is a step-by-step protocol you can apply to any lesson, chapter, or workshop to make sure learning actually sticks.

Interactive diagram

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Downloadable resources

SMARTER Session Template

PDF · 1.8 MB

Reflection Journal Pages

Worksheet · 780 KB

Self-assessment

Rate each statement from 1 (never) to 5 (always).

I write the outcome of each study session before I start.

I retrieve from memory before checking my notes.

I reflect on what worked at the end of each session.

Recommended courses

Beginner

SMARTER Study Sprints

Advanced

Coaching Students Through SMARTER

AI Coach

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