Encoding is the act of soring an idea as memory. In elaborative study, people attempt to increase the amount of information that is encoded to create an exhaustive understanding of the subject .

Encoding Knowledge in Elaborative Learning

Concept mapping can be used to enhance active learning. Constructing a concept map while engaged with the material that is being learned is a form of elaborative learning. 

Concept Mapping as Elaborative Learning

Learning that is designed to enhance the act of encoding knowledge. Elaborative learning aims to help knowledge get stored as memory. Elaborative learning is an important aspect of many modern educational practices. 

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Elaborative Learning vs. Recall Practice

Karpicke, J. D. & Blunt, J. R. (2011). Retrieval practice produces more learning than elaborative studying with concept mapping. Science, 331(6018). 772-775. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1199327 

Retrieval practice produces more learning than elaborative studying with concept mapping

Elaborative Learning

The cue-driven process of recalling and reconstructing information. Retrieval was assumed to be a neutral learning process, a task done to recall information that did not serve to enhance learning. Now a retrieval event is viewed as a learning activity in itself.

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