📖 Definition
Studying multiple related topics in mixed order during one session rather than mastering one complete topic before starting another.
🆚 Blocking vs. Interleaving
Blocking means AAAA-BBBB-CCCC. Interleaving means ABC-BCA-CAB. Mixed practice builds stronger connections and better recall than repetitive blocking.
🧠 Why It Works
Forces your brain to constantly retrieve and discriminate between concepts, strengthening neural pathways and improving ability to apply knowledge flexibly.
📝 How to Start
Choose three to four related topics. Study topic A for fifteen minutes, switch to B, then C, then return to A in different order.
🎓 Best Subjects for Interleaving
Mathematics, languages, sciences, and any subject requiring problem-solving or concept discrimination. Works exceptionally well for equation types and grammar rules.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
Mixing unrelated subjects, switching too quickly before understanding basics, or giving up because it feels harder than traditional studying methods.
✅ Student Success Tips
Trust the process despite initial difficulty. Combine with spaced repetition. Track progress weekly. Create mixed practice tests before exams for maximum benefit.