Study Desk

Every individual has a different style of learning however adopting strategies that have a high success rate is the key to getting better grades in school. Studying need not be a boring ordeal. All you need to do is plan your study schedule well so as to allow some breathing space in between. Listed below are a few simple but highly effective study tips to make learning an enjoyable experience.

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Avoid long, boring sessions – Research indicates that repeated short bursts of concentration render better results as compared to one long study session. This kind of “distribute learning” approach is very effective, as it appeals to your brain. For the sake of protein synthesis, our brain requires recovery and recharging time and the frequent rest periods allow the brain to assimilate information. So, assuming you are planning to study for one hour, make it a point to break in between for a while to avoid fatigue and mental stress.

Pamper yourself with a holiday – The same logic applies here too and you therefore need to give yourself a holiday from studies to refresh your mind. And you don’t have to feel guilty about it, as one day of rest will keep your mind fresh and active for the entire next week.

Respect your emotions – While most people may disagree with this idea, the fact is that your brain is in no state to absorb information when you are experiencing feelings like anger, pain, or frustration. No matter how hard you try, you simply cannot force yourself to study when your mind is on other things.

Read and review – This may sound a bit cliché, but yes, that’s one of the most effective ways of studying. You need to read things over and over again and review your notes at the end of the day to cement the information you have newly acquired.

Create a study environment – The place you choose for studies, the lighting of the room, its temperature, and the privacy are all important factors that contribute to effective study sessions. Make sure that you feel comfortable in your study environment.

It is important that you conquer enemies like “frustration” and “fear” to navigate your student career efficiently. After all, one learns from his mistakes and every mistake made should pave the way for a new success story every time.

By: Rick Aurtus