Do you remember all the content you’ve studied? Do you know what study techniques work for you?If you are anything like me; you read – no, skim – your notes a day before the test, cramming everything into your head at the last minute…Praying to the Study Gods that somehow, something will stick… That you will be able to regurgitate material like a pro on exam day.
That didn’t work out too well. I have a hard time recalling information and studying was also a huge pain. I still have no clue what works for me and I’m sure I’m not alone in this.
Worry no more, dear friends, as help is here! Several educational psychologists have recently reviewed 10 popular study methods. They analysed learning conditions, student profiles, the context in which the techniques are used, and the effects these has on performance.
This review will help anyone – not just students – who has new material to learn, but are constantly struggling to engage with the content and retain information.
Let’s find out what the research has to say.