How to Speed Read Without Forgetting Everything
Cramming for tests doesn’t work—scheduling consistent, serious study sessions is always a better idea. Sometimes, though, you’re in a rush to study; it happens to the best of us. And…
Use the Boxing Method to Take Better Digital Notes
Taking notes by hand is generally preferable to using tech, both because it’s better for retention and also because so many of the best note-taking methods are designed for notebooks.…
These Are My Favorite Mind-Mapping Templates for Studying
Photo: Rawpixel.com (Shutterstock) Mind-mapping is beneficial for productivity in your daily tasks, but it’s also a technique that is widely used for studying. A mind map isn’t just a diagram…
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 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…
Use a Mind Map to Increase Your Productivity
Different productivity hacks work for different people, which is why there are so many of them. But if you happen to be a visual learner, there’s one in particular that…
Why You Should Stop Bringing Your Laptop to Class
Photo: Gorodenkoff (Shutterstock) With all the apps and digital tools available to enhance your studying, plus how fast and easy it is to type notes, it seems like a no-brainer…