In Banse 2022 et al., on skill retention methods, what likely explained the temporary reversal in skill scores one day post-training in LMU MI students?
A. Higher intrinsic motivation and outside practice
B. Higher baseline experience
C. Better video instruction
D. Lower initial cognitive load
E. Faculty bias in scoring
Answer: Higher intrinsic motivation and outside practice
Explanation: Authors hypothesized MI students practiced independently after scoring lower, improving their performance by the next day.
In Banse 2022 et al., on skill retention methods, what is a key consideration when using massed instruction in veterinary surgical curricula?
A. It requires more faculty supervision
B. It is only effective for advanced skills
C. It should be followed by structured practice
D. It guarantees superior performance
E. It reduces student frustration
Answer: It should be followed by structured practice
Explanation: Massed instruction is acceptable if followed by supervised practice sessions to ensure performance parity.
In Banse 2022 et al., on skill retention methods, how did performance outcomes compare between SI and MI groups 3–4 weeks after instruction?
A. SI students retained significantly better performance
B. MI students performed better due to greater initial struggle
C. MI students performed faster but less accurately
D. Performance was similar between both groups
E. MI students scored lower than SI students on all assessments
Answer: Performance was similar between both groups
Explanation: After two supervised practice sessions, both SI and MI groups achieved comparable performance levels.
In Banse 2022 et al., on skill retention methods, which component of cognitive load was significantly higher in massed instruction (MI) students at LMU?
A. Mental demand
B. Social engagement
C. Tool familiarity
D. Visual feedback demand
E. Assessment anxiety
Answer: Mental demand
Explanation: LMU MI students reported higher mental, physical, and time demands, indicating elevated cognitive load.
In Banse 2022 et al., on skill retention methods, what was the observed benefit of spaced instruction (SI) over massed instruction (MI) in veterinary students?
A. Improved performance on the second skill learned
B. Reduced need for supervised practice
C. Improved performance on the first skill learned
D. Reduced total cognitive load
E. Improved long-term retention
Answer: Improved performance on the first skill learned
Explanation: Students in the SI group performed better on the first learned skill than those in the MI group immediately post-training.
