January, 2016
Curriculum Vitae
MEGAN A. SMITH
Rhode Island College
600 Mount Pleasant Ave
Providence, RI 02908
401-456-8581 (office phone)
[email protected] (email)
ACADEMIC POSITIONS
Assistant Professor of Psychology
Rhode Island College
June, 2015 – Present
Assistant Professor of Psychology
Utah State University, Eastern
August, 2014 – June, 2015
EDUCATION
Ph.D. (2014)
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Cognitive Psychology
Advisor: Dr. Jeffrey Karpicke
M.A. (2011)
Washington University in St. Louis, MO
Experimental Psychology
Advisor: Dr. Henry Roediger, III
B.A. (2009)
Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Psychological Sciences
Graduated with distinction, honors in Psychology, and honors in the College of Liberal Arts
RESEARCH INTERESTS
 Human learning and memory, emphasis on retrieval processes
 Applying cognitive science to education, emphasis on STEM disciplines
 Meaningful learning, application of knowledge, and transfer of knowledge
COURSES TAUGHT
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Cognitive Psychology
Research Methods
Introduction to Psychology
Learning & Memory
Careers in Psychology
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HONORS & AWARDS
2014
2013
2013
2011
2010
2009
2009
2008
2007
APAGS Teaching Excellence in Psychological Science Award
Department Award for Graduate Research Innovation ($1,200)
Psi Chi Regional Travel Grant to attend the Midwestern Psychological Association Meeting
($380)
Honorable Mention, National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Fellowship
Honorable Mention, National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Fellowship
College of Liberal Arts Outstanding Senior in Psychology Award
John M. Hadley Outstanding Psychology Undergraduate Award
National Science Foundation (NSF), Research Experience For Undergraduates (REU) in
Behavioral and Cognitive Science at University of Minnesota ($4,000)
National Science Foundation (NSF), Research Experience For Undergraduates (REU) at
Oklahoma State University ($3,200)
PUBLICATIONS
Marsh, E. J., Arnold, K. M., Smith, M. A., & Stromeyer, S. L. (2015). How psychological science can
improve our classrooms: Recommendations should bridge the laboratory and the classroom.
Translational Issues in Psychological Science, 1, 127-129.
Lehman, M., Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2014). Toward an episodic context account of retrievalbased learning: Dissociating retrieval practice and elaboration. Journal of Experimental
Psychology: Learning, Memory, and Cognition, 40, 1787-1794.
Karpicke, J. D., Blunt, J. R., Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, S. S. (2014). Retrieval-based learning: The
need for guided retrieval in elementary children. Journal of Applied Research in Memory and
Cognition, 3, 198-206.
Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2014). Retrieval practice with short-answer, multiple-choice, and
hybrid formats. Memory, 22, 784-802.
Smith, M. A., Roediger, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (2013). Covert retrieval practice benefits retention as
much as overt retrieval practice. Journal of Experimental Psychology: Learning, Memory, and
Cognition, 39, 1712-1725.
Roediger, H. L., & Smith, M. A. (2012). The “pure” learning curve: The learning curve without
cumulative testing. Memory & Cognition, 40, 989-1002.
Karpicke, J. D., & Smith, M. A. (2012). Separate mnemonic effects of retrieval practice and elaborative
encoding. Journal of Memory and Language, 67, 17-29.
Roediger, H. L., Putnam, A. L., & Smith, M. A. (2011). Ten benefits of testing and their applications to
educational practice. Chapter in J. Mester, & B. Ross (Eds.), The psychology of learning and
motivation: Cognition in education. (pp. 1-36). Oxford: Elsevier.
MANUSCRIPTS UNDER REVIEW & IN PREPARATION
Karpicke, J. D., Blunt, J. R., & Smith, M. A. (under review). Retrieval-based learning: Positive effects
of retrieval practice in elementary school children. Manuscript under review.
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Smith, M. A., Blunt, J. R., Whiffen, J. W. & Karpicke, J. D. (under review). Does providing prompts
during retrieval practice improve learning? Manuscript under review.
Smith, M. A., Nunes, L. D., Branch, S. & Karpicke, J. D. (in prep). Question format during retrieval
practice: A meta-analysis. Manuscript in preparation.
Nunes, L. D., Smith, M. A., Nichols, C. & Karpicke, J. D. (in prep). The effects of using elaborative
interrogation during study: A meta-analysis. Manuscript in preparation.
Smith, M. A., Roediger, H. L., & Karpicke, J. D. (in prep). The testing effect without overt retrieval:
The difficulty of selective retrieval in free recall. Manuscript in preparation.
Smith, M. A., Blunt, J. R., Karpicke, S., & Karpicke, J. D. (in prep). Generating cues for retrieval
practice improves learning in elementary students. Manuscript in preparation.
Karpicke, J. D., Smith, M. A., Grimaldi, P. J., & Bauernschmidt, A. (in prep). Learning with flashcards:
Superiority of the study/test method to the anticipation method. Manuscript in preparation.
Karpicke, J. D., Smith, M. A., & Cross, K. M. (in prep). Retrieval based learning: The combined
effectiveness of cue generation and retrieval practice. Manuscript in preparation.
COLLOQUIA & INVITED TALKS
Retrieval-based learning strategies and individual differences in student learning. Keynote delivered at
the 4th annual Southeastern Idaho Psi Chi Psychology Research Conference, Pocatello, ID
(April, 2015).
Memory, retrieval practice, and student learning. University of Montana Department of Curriculum and
Instruction, Missoula, MT (March, 2014).
Memory, retrieval practice, and student learning. Utah State University Department of Psychology,
Broadcast across the state from Utah State University Eastern, Price, UT (February, 2014).
Practical tips for applying to graduate school. Purdue University Psi Chi Chapter Meeting, West
Lafayette, IN (October, 2013).
Generating cues for retrieval practice improves learning in elementary students. Purdue University
Cognitive and Learning/Memory Colloquium, West Lafayette, IN (April, 2013).
Practical tips for applying to graduate school. Purdue University Psi Chi Chapter Meeting, West
Lafayette, IN (October, 2012).
Using cues during retrieval practice to (try to) improve conceptual understanding. Purdue University
Cognitive and Learning/Memory Colloquium, West Lafayette, IN (April, 2012).
Covert retrieval practice benefits retention as much as overt retrieval practice. Purdue University
Cognitive and Learning/Memory Colloquium, West Lafayette, IN (November, 2011).
The testing effect without overt retrieval. Washington University Brain, Behavior, and Cognition
Datablitz, St. Louis, MO (April, 2011).
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The “pure” learning curve: Learning without testing. Washington University Brain, Behavior, and
Cognition Datablitz, St. Louis, MO (September, 2010).
CONVENTION SESSIONS ORGANIZED
2013
Co-Founder, late-breaking poster session: Cutting-edge research from emerging psychological
scientists, APA Convention, Honolulu, HI.
2012
Symposium Chair, Student grant-writing symposium, APA Convention, Orlando, FL.
2012
Symposium Chair, Academic excellence – Practical tips for navigating the publication and peer
review process, APA Convention, Orlando, FL.
2011
Symposium Chair, Teaching tips for graduate students, APA Convention, Washington, D.C.
2011
Symposium Co-Chair, Student grant-writing symposium, APA Convention, Washington, D.C.
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS (Peer-Reviewed)
* denotes undergraduate student mentee
Smith, M. A., Nunes, L., & Jensen, T. L. (2016, May). Examining the effectiveness of retrieval-based
learning in academically disadvantaged populations. Poster to be presented at the 28th Annual
Meeting of the Association for Psychological Science, Chicago, IL.
Nunes, L., Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2015, May). Beliefs and practices about learning: An
online survey. Poster presented at the 27th Annual Meeting of the Association for Psychological
Science, New York, NY.
Nunes, L., Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2014, November). Matching learning styles and retrieval
activities. Poster presented at the 55th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society, Long Beach,
CA.
Smith, M. A. (2014, August). Retrieval-based learning: Teaching students to study effectively. Talk
presented at the 122nd Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association,
Washington, DC.
*Poston, L. P., Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2013, November). Individual differences in locus of
control and the effectiveness of structured retrieval activities. Poster presented at the 54thAnnual
Meeting of the Psychonomic Society, Toronto, ON.
Karpicke, J. D., Blunt, J. R., Smith, M. A., Nunes, L. D., Grimaldi, P. J., & Karpicke, S. S. (2013,
September). Retrieval-based learning in elementary children: Preliminary findings. Presentation
at the Fall 2013 Institute of Education Sciences Principal Investigator Meeting, Washington,
D. C.
Karpicke, J. D., Grimaldi, P. J., Blunt, J. R., Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, S. S. (2013, August). Retrievalbased learning: Effectiveness of guided retrieval. Talk presented at the 121st Annual Convention
of the American Psychological Association, Honolulu, HI.
Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2013, August). How students (should) study. Symposium talk
presented at the 121st Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Honolulu,
HI.
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Smith, M. A., Blunt, J. R., Karpicke, S. S. & Karpicke, J. D. (2013, August). Generating cues for
retrieval practice improves learning in elementary students. Poster presented at the 121st Annual
Convention of the American Psychological Association, Honolulu, HI.
Karpicke, J. D., Grimaldi, P. J., Blunt, J. R., Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, S. S. (2013, May). Retrievalbased learning: The need for guided retrieval practice. Symposium talk presented at the 25th
Annual Meeting of the Association for Psychological Science, Washington, D.C.
Smith, M. A., Blunt, J. R., Karpicke, S. S., & Karpicke, J. D. (2013, May). Generating cues for
retrieval practice improves learning in elementary students. Poster presented at the 85th Annual
Meeting of the Midwestern Psychological Association, Chicago, IL.
*Poston, L. P., Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2013, May). Individual differences in the effectiveness
of structured retrieval activities. Poster presented at the 85th Annual Meeting of the Midwestern
Psychological Association, Chicago, IL.
Lehman, M., Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2013, March). The retrieval practice effect: The unique
benefits of retrieval mode. Talk presented at the 59th Annual Meeting of the Southeastern
Psychological Association, Atlanta, GA.
Lehman, M., Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2012, November). Dissociative effects of retrieval
practice and elaboration on proactive interference. Poster presented at the 53rd Annual Meeting
of the Psychonomic Society, Minneapolis, MN.
Lehman, M., Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2012, May). Dissociative effects of retrieval practice and
elaboration on proactive interference. Poster presented at the 24th Annual Meeting of the
Association for Psychological Science, Chicago, IL.
Smith, M. A., Blunt, J. R., & Karpicke, J. D. (2012, May). Cuing students’ retrieval practice results in
greater conceptual understanding. Poster presented at the 24th Annual Meeting of the
Association for Psychological Science, Chicago, IL.
Smith, M. A., & Roediger, H. L. (2011, November). Covert retrieval practice benefits retention as
much as overt retrieval practice. Poster presented at the 52nd Annual Meeting of the
Psychonomic Society, Seattle, WA.
Smith, M. A., & Roediger, H. L. (2011, August). A testing effect without overt retrieval: The difficulty
of selective retrieval in free recall. Poster presented at the 119th Annual Convention of the
American Psychological Association, Washington, D.C.
Smith, M. A., & Roediger, H. L. (2010, November). A testing effect without overt retrieval: The
difficulty of selective retrieval in free recall. Poster presented at the 51st Annual Meeting of the
Psychonomic Society, St. Louis, MO.
Roediger, H. L. & Smith, M. A. (2010, November). The “pure” learning curve: Learning without
testing. Talk presented at the 51st Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society, St. Louis, MO.
Nairne, J. S., Pandeirada, J. N. S., Smith, M. A., Grimaldi, P. J., & Bauernschmidt, A. (2010,
November). Adaptive memory: Does survival processing enhance memory for source? Talk
presented at the 51st Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society, St. Louis, MO.
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Smith, M. A., & Roediger, H. L. (2010, May). Pure and standard learning curves. Poster presented at
the 22nd Annual Meeting of the Association for Psychological Science, Boston, MA.
Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2009, November). Retrieval practice with short-answer, multiplechoice, and hybrid tests. Poster presented at the 50th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic
Society, Boston, MA.
Smith, M. A., & Karpicke, J. D. (2009, April). The testing effect with short-answer, multiple-choice,
and hybrid formats. Poster presented at the 81st Annual Meeting of the Midwestern
Psychological Association, Chicago, IL.
Karpicke, J. D., Smith, M. A., & Grimaldi, P. J. (2009, April). Learning with flashcards: You’re
probably doing it wrong. Poster presented at the 81st Annual Meeting of the Midwestern
Psychological Association, Chicago, IL.
Rutledge, J. M., Harrist, A. W., & Smith, M. A. (2008, August). Using hands, using words, and using
relationships to solve problems. Poster presented at the 116th Annual Convention of the
American Psychological Association, Boston, MA.
Page, M. C., Howard, W., Ratliff, J. M., Turner, A. D., Smith, M. A., & Glick, G. (2008, May). Summer
research programs: Getting in and making the most of your experience. Symposium presented at
the 20th Annual Meeting of the Association for Psychological Science, Chicago, IL.
Smith, M. A., & Harrist, A. W. (2008, April). Academic and social profile of children who solve social
problems with relational manipulation. Poster presented at the 20th Biennial Conference on
Human Development, Indianapolis, IN.
MASTER’S THESES CHAIRED
Rhode Island College
Marc Jacobsen (2015-2016)
“How Student Thinking Style and Self Perception Affect Choice of College Major”
UNDERGRADUATE MENTORSHIP
Utah State University, Eastern Research Assistants
Aubrey Cashion (Fall 2014)
Amy Cross (Spring 2015)
Mikel Dyer (Fall 2014)
Tiniesha Jensen (Fall 2014 – present)
Heaven Lansdell-Lopez (Fall 2014)
Rebecca McKinnon (Spring 2015)
Brittaniya Poirier (Spring 2015)
Kimberly Pratt (Fall 2014)
Kelli Rindlisbacher (Spring 2015)
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Purdue Research Focused Honors Program Students (with Jeffrey Karpicke)
Laurel P. Poston (Spring 2012 – Spring 2013)
“Individual Differences in the Effectiveness of Structured Retreival Activities”
Sarah Cameron (Spring 2011 – Spring 2012)
“Does Matching Materials and Retrieval Activities to Students’ Learning Styles Improve Meaningful
Learning?”
Purdue Undergraduate Research Assistants
Sarah Adams (Spring 2014)
Courtney Crane (Spring 2014)
Trevor Lear (Fall 2013 – Spring 2014)
Charissa Nichols (Fall 2013 – Spring 2014)
Emily Boyne (Spring 2013)
Kelli Olifirowicz (Fall 2012 – Fall 2013)
Nikita Saoji (Fall 2012)
Zheng (Alex) Gao (Fall 2012)
Cathrine Brattain (Fall 2011 – Fall 2013)
Caitlyn Taylor (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012)
Washington University in St. Louis Sophomore Mind and Brain Program
Benjamin Hoener (Spring 2011)
Zoe Tabachnick (Fall 2010)
EDITORIAL ACTIVITIES
Editorial Board Membership
Translational Issues in Psychological Science (TPS)
Associate Editor
TPS Issue: How Psychological Science can Improve Our Classrooms (June 2015)
Ad Hoc Reviewer, Cognitive and General Psychology Journals
* Acta Psychologica * Applied Cognitive Psychology * Educational Psychology Review * Journal of
Experimental Psychology: Applied * Journal of Experimental Psychology: Learning, Memory, and
Cognition * Memory * Scholarship for Teaching and Learning * Translational Issues in Psychological
Science *
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Grant Panel Activities
2013
Grant Review Committee, APAGS Scott Mesh Honorary Grant from Research in Psychology
2011-2013
Chair of Grant Review Committee, APAGS Basic Psychological Science Grant
Chair of Grant Review Committee, APAGS/Psi Chi Junior Scientist Fellowship
2009-2011
Grant Review Committee, APAGS Basic Psychological Science Grant
SCIENCE LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE
UNIVERSITY SERVICE
Rhode Island College
2015-present Runs Psychology Department Outcome Assessment for the College
Utah State University & Utah State University Eastern
2014-2015
2014-2015
Undergraduate Steering Committee Member
Psychology Club Co-Advisor
NATIONAL SERVICE
American Psychological Association (APA)
2014
Member, Presidential Initiative Task Force Translating Psychological Science for the Public
2012-2015
Chair, Translational Issues in Psychological Science Working Group, APA Journals
2012-2013
Co-Chair, Search Committee, Editor-in-Chief for Translational Issues in Psychological
Science (TPS), chaired with Dr. Gary VandenBos
American Psychological Association for Graduate Students (APAGS)
2011-2013
Chair, Science Committee, APAGS
 APAGS Elections Committee (2013)
 Award Review Committee, APAGS Convention Travel Award (2012, 2013)
 Convention Travel Award Mentor, mentored one student at Convention (2012, 2013)
 Award Review Committee, Raymond D. Fowler Award for Outstanding Contribution to
the Professional Development of Graduate Students (2013)
2009-2011
Science Committee Member, APAGS
 APAGS liaison to the Board of Scientific Affairs (Fall, 2010)
Psi Chi, International Honors Society for Psychology
2014-2015
Utah State University Faculty Co-Advisor
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2012-2014
Purdue Chapter Graduate Advisor
2008-2009
Purdue Chapter President
– Purdue University Service Learning Grant, Grant awarded for Psi Chi spring service
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Purdue Chapter Treasurer
2007-2008
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
American Psychological Association for Graduate Students (2008-2014)
Association for Psychological Science (2008)
International Association for Metacognition (2010)
Midwestern Psychological Association (2009-2014)
Western Psychological Association (2014 only)
Psi Chi, The National Honors Society for Psychology (2007)
Psychonomic Society (2014, Member)
Society for the Teaching of Psychology, APA Division 2 (2012)
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