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My summary of the example from the article:

If you want to know if someone has learned the material from a course, have them take a test. The test result is a lagging indicator that shows what has happened.

If you want to know if someone will learn the material, compare their study habits with the study habits of proven good students. Their study habits are a leading indicator that shows what is likely to happen.




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