Use ‘Dual Coding’ to Study Twice As Effectively
Photo: mangpor2004 (Shutterstock) When you learn and use a studying method, you’re making it easier for your brain to synthesize new information. Great! Now think of how much more you…
How to Study in a Group (If You Must)
Photo: Jacob Lund (Shutterstock) Study groups abound in college, but they’re not always the most efficient way to learn. They can easily devolve into pure social events—or weaker group members…
Use ‘Close Reading’ to Retain Every Detail When You Study
When you’re assigned to read a text, you’re supposed to take away some big-picture ideas. To get to that broad understanding, though, you should use a method that is all…
How to Help Your Kids Build Self-Awareness
When children are younger, we tell them they’re good at everything, whether it’s a piece of artwork they drew or the “somersault” they attempted at the park. But as they…
Use the THIEVES Technique to Remember What You Read
There are a lot of popular study methods to choose from, depending on the type of learner you are and how you best retain information. One that isn’t as commonly…
Bad Study Habits You Should Avoid (and What to Do Instead)
Photo: FOUR.STOCK (Shutterstock) You know you need to break your bad study habits. There are loads of great ways to study, but there are plenty of bad methods out there…
Use ‘Distributed Practice’ to Better Retain What You Study
There’s obviously no point in studying if you don’t remember what you went over when it’s time for the test—and one of the best ways to retain that knowledge is…
Use the KWL Study Method to Learn More
One method for faster, more interesting study sessions is popular with kids, though it’s applicable to all ages: The KWL Chart. The chart is easy to construct, but helps make…
Use the SQ3R Method to Study More Effectively
The whole point of studying is to retain information you’ll need later in life, even if it’s just for an impending test. That’s not easy when you’re taking in a…
Revise Your Notes Before You Leave Class
Taking notes in class (or in meetings, or while watching an educational video) is a standard part of learning, and studies have suggested writing by hand helps you retain information…