overlearning


o·ver·learn·ing

(ō'vĕr-lern'ing), In the psychology of memory, continuation of practice beyond the point at which one is able to perform according to the specified criterion; typically, retention is longer after overlearning compared with retention after practice only to the point of performance meeting the specified criterion.

o·ver·learn·ing

(ō'vĕr-lĕrn'ing) In the psychology of memory, continuation of practice beyond the point at which one is able to perform according to the specified criterion.