2 • "GeoGuessr Map" button - Crazy-Unicooorn/crazy-guessr GitHub Wiki
Overview
In addition to the Training Cards feature, some tips in CrazyGuessr also include a GeoGuessr Map button located near the Training Cards button. This button redirects users to a specific map in GeoGuessr that’s related to the tip, offering a practical way to apply and test the knowledge learned through CrazyGuessr exercises.
The combination of Training Cards and the GeoGuessr Map feature provides a comprehensive learning system: users first practice with targeted flashcards, then immediately apply what they've learned in an actual GeoGuessr game environment. This approach strengthens the connection between learning and real-world application, making it an even more effective training method.
Cognitive Science Behind Combining Training Cards and GeoGuessr Maps
This approach leverages another key principle from cognitive science: context-dependent recall, which is the idea that memory is better retrieved when the learning context matches the test context. Here’s how this principle applies:
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Contextual Learning: By training with flashcards (Training Cards) and then playing a GeoGuessr map, users strengthen their ability to recall information in the real-world context of GeoGuessr gameplay. This mimics the conditions under which they’ll be tested in the actual game, improving retention and recall accuracy.
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Active Recall and Application: First, users engage in active recall with Training Cards, forcing themselves to retrieve information. Then, with the GeoGuessr Map, they immediately apply this knowledge in a real game scenario. This combination leads to more durable learning since it reinforces not just memory recall, but also the ability to apply that memory.
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Contextual Reinforcement: Playing in a related GeoGuessr map allows users to see the practical relevance of what they’ve just learned, further reinforcing their ability to identify patterns, landmarks, or regional details during gameplay.
How It All Works Together
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Start with Training Cards:
- Users begin by studying with Training Cards to memorize location-specific tips and clues. Each flashcard presents a challenge related to the feature being studied, such as recognizing road signs or understanding regional street view patterns.
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Test Your Knowledge with the GeoGuessr Map:
- After practicing with the Training Cards, users click the GeoGuessr Map button to jump into an actual GeoGuessr map that directly relates to the tips they’ve learned. This helps transfer their learning to a real gameplay environment, making it easier to recognize similar features when playing GeoGuessr in the future.
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Repeat for Mastery:
- By combining multiple short sessions with Training Cards and frequent game practice via the GeoGuessr Map, users strengthen their ability to recall critical information under gameplay conditions, leading to better performance in the long run.
Conclusion
The GeoGuessr Map button is an essential part of CrazyGuessr’s comprehensive training system. By allowing users to practice and test their knowledge in a context closely resembling the actual game, CrazyGuessr promotes more effective learning, reinforced by real-world application. When used alongside the Training Cards, this feature ensures that users not only memorize key facts but can also apply them confidently during gameplay.