Returning to an idea
Active recall means trying to remember an idea before looking up the answer again. Learning research studies how this practice can help retain information; this does not, by itself, demonstrate the effectiveness of any particular application.
Dunlosky et al. (2013), Improving Students’ Learning With Effective Learning Techniques.
Recall in Mitosk
Questions and cards invite you to recall ideas and revisit the concepts you are exploring. Explanations help you understand mistakes and connect what you discover. These are design choices, not a guarantee of results or how long you will remember something.