Jeffrey D. Karpicke (researcher)

Jeffrey D. Karpicke is a cognitive psychologist known for researching how people learn and remember information. He has investigated effective study strategies, such as retrieval practice—actively recalling information—as a way to improve long-term memory and understanding. His work helps guide educational methods and study habits by emphasizing that testing oneself is more effective than passive review. Karpicke's findings contribute to science-based approaches for enhancing learning, memory retention, and teaching practices across various educational settings.