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The document describes a student type called a Spark learner. Spark learners are capable but may be limited by weaknesses in retrieval skills or self-management skills. The summary recommends that Spark learners identify their specific limitations, take action to address problems head-on, and put themselves under controlled stress to improve their skills.

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Student Learner Type Spark

The document describes a student type called a Spark learner. Spark learners are capable but may be limited by weaknesses in retrieval skills or self-management skills. The summary recommends that Spark learners identify their specific limitations, take action to address problems head-on, and put themselves under controlled stress to improve their skills.

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Student Type - Spark

Overview
The following report is simplified and derived from the full report available for
members on the iCanStudy program.

Spark Learners are unlikely to be limited by deep processing, self-regulation or


mindset. This means that they are experimental and introspective about their
learning methods. They are also able to think critically and organise information more
easily than most. However, Sparks may still be limited by retrieval or self-
management habits.

Note: Due to the complexity of evaluating 5 dimensions compared to 3, our


simplified diagnostic assessment was not designed to examine your retrieval and
self-management processes. As a result, we cannot comment in detail on these
dimensions. However, below are some of the trends we notice in those who are
limited by one of these, based on data and observations from those who have
completed our full, 5-dimension assessment on the iCanStudy program.

General observations
Despite having above-average self-regulation, deep processing, and mindset
dimensions, Sparks can see surprisingly slow improvements due to limitations in time
management, focus and attention management, planning, and/or prioritisation.
The nature of developing self-management skills.

Sparks can also see problems with performance consistency due to weaknesses in
retrieval systems. As retrieval practice is crucial for identifying knowledge gaps and
improving performance, problems with retrieval can manifest as a learner who is
confident about their knowledge but sees inconsistent results at times.

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Student Type - Spark
Spark Profile

Limited by either retrieval skills or self-management


skills. Requires further investigation into which
dimension is most limiting. You may be able to self-
Features
assess which dimension (if any) is limiting you by
comparing your experiences with our general
observations above.

Unhindered: Not affected by some of the other more


Advantages common dimensions that hold learners back more
significantly.

Region-beta paradox:
The region-beta paradox is the phenomenon that
people can sometimes improve more quickly from
worse experiences than from slightly better ones. This
is because those who experience greater distress may
be more motivated to take significant action to
change their circumstances.

In the context of learning, Sparks tend to be high


performers and while they may face problems due to
inconsistency or inadequate self-management, the
Special Considerations magnitude of problems may not cause enough
distress to incentivise definitive action. As a result,
Sparks may hover in a period of “good enough” longer
than other learners, meanwhile continuing to receive
sub-optimal experiences and results.

A classic example is a capable learner who suffers


from terrible sleep, mounting stress, and worsening
procrastination because they know they can
overcome these challenges “if they set their mind to
it”. While this may be true, they continue to suffer
nevertheless.

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Student Type - Spark

The specific problems faced by Sparks can vary


Special Considerations widely, depending on their other dimensions, retrieval
standards, workload, and life circumstances.

Your recommended strategy guidelines


Follow these recommendations to unlock your potential.

Escape region-beta
If the information about region-beta resonated with you, take massive action. There is
no need to waste time, effort, and emotional reserve on stresses that do not serve
you. William Butler Yeats, an Irish poet famously said: “Do not wait to strike till the iron
is hot; but make it hot by striking.” Face any problems with your retrieval or self-
management systems head-on and create a plan to build new habits, environments,
and behaviours that solve the problem at the root.

Shine a light on retrieval or self-management


Based on our simplified assessment, we know that deep processing, mindset, and
self-regulation are unlikely to be holding you back. Similarly, working on these
dimensions is likely to give relatively diminishing returns compared to focusing on
your biggest limitations. Try to identify if retrieval or self-management are. Use the
information provided in this report to help reflect and examine your experiences,
results, and challenges.

Light the fire


It’s hard to get better at anything without pressure. Stress is part of growth and is an
unavoidable part of a fulfilling life! Controlled stress is a powerful and underrated tool
to have in your toolkit. Once you have identified where your limitations might be, put
yourself in situations where those dimensions are challenged. As challenges and
stress increase the magnitude of errors and failures, it becomes easier to see gaps in
your system and the effect of making adjustments. Putting yourself under healthy
amounts of pressure helps you to compare which methods work in which situations,
while also improving your ability to manage stress.

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