Which strategy helps learners by activating prior knowledge through cues such as bolded texts and cueing techniques?

• A. Avoiding prior knowledge and focusing on new information
• B. Activating prior knowledge through cues such as bolded texts and cueing techniques
• C. Waiting to test after long delay
• D. Using only rote memorization

Answer: (B)

Activating prior knowledge through cues such as bolded texts and cueing techniques helps learners connect new information to what they already know. Bolded terms signal key concepts and prompt students to recall related ideas, while cueing techniques provide prompts that guide retrieval of relevant knowledge at the moment of learning, making the new material easier to understand and remember. This approach builds meaningful learning rather than presenting isolated facts. Relying only on new information without those anchors or using rote memorization doesn't support the same level of comprehension or long-term retention.