How to Study (Tips & Techniques)

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1. Walk Before An

Exam

It’s been proven

that exercise can boost your memory and brain power.

2. Speak Out Loud

Instead of Simply Reading

Although this may make you look a little crazy, give it a go! You will

be surprised how much more you can remember when you’ve said it out loud.

3. Reward Yourself

With A Treat

There are many ways to integrate a reward system into your study habits.

4. Teach What You Have Learned

The best way to test if you really understand something is to try to

teach it to someone else.

5. Create Mental Associations – GoConqr.com

The ability to make connections is not only an easier way to remember

information, but it’s the fuel of creativity and intelligence. Mind Maps are an easy way

to connect ideas by creating a visual overview of different connections.

6. Draw Diagrams

Drawing diagrams will help you to visualise information which would be

hard to describe. This creates a visual memory in your mind which can be

recalled in an exam.

7. Mnemonics

Mnemonics are memory devices that help learners

recall larger pieces of information, especially in the form of lists like characteristics,

steps, stages, parts, phases >> http://www.learningassistance.com/2006/january/mnemonics.html

9. Watch a Documentary on the Topic

Documentaries are an entertaining way of compacting an entire story into

a short timeframe.

10. Search Google

Like a Pro

Save time when researching sources online by mastering the biggest

search engine in the world; Google >> http://lifehacker.com/google-tips-and-tricks-every-student-should-know-1508121671

11. Create

Flashcards for Quick Memory Buzz

Quickly test your knowledge of key concepts, definitions, quotes and

formulas with flashcards.

GoConqr is a fantastic online resource which allows you to create flashcards,

mind maps, quizzes and study timetables. You can now download the GoConqr app

for Android or IOS >> www.goconqr.com

12. Take Regular

Study Breaks

When your brain is working, you need to take regular study breaks to

help your brain absorb more information but also to keep you motivated and

focused when you are working. Take a short break after 45-50 minutes study as

your focus and concentration will become impaired after this period, anything

new after 1 hour 30 minutes does not get assimilated.

13. Listen to the Right Type of Music for Study

Classical music is peaceful and harmonious making it one of the

best options to listen to when studying. It seems that there is evidence that

Mozart improves mental performance. They call it the “Mozart Effect.” Make a Mozart playlist

on Spotify.

14. Make Your Study Space Portable

We may be creatures of habit with favourite seats in the library but

information retention actually improves when you vary the places where you

study.

15. Practice,

Practice, Practice…

Practicing sample answers to past exam questions can help train your

brain to retrieve information. Create realistic, exam-like condition and test

your understanding of each subject.

16. Don’t Stay Up

All Night Before an Exam

Make sure to get adequate rest the nights leading up to your exams. When

you sleep, your brain assimilates the information you have learned when

studying so getting a good night’s sleep will help you remember those pesky

maths formulas you need for your exam!

17. Discover News

Ways to Learn

Trying new methods of studying can help you find what really works for

you. Use technology to your advantage by watching educational TED Talks or

downloading useful dictionary apps for example.

18. Use Scents to

Jog Your Memory

This may seem a bit random but spraying an unfamiliar scent while you’re

studying can help jog your memory when you spray it again just before an exam.