April 10

0 comments

Want to Ace Your Exams? These 9 Scientifically Proven Study Tips Will Up Your Chances!

By Sallie Baugh


by Sallie Baugh

Does that image of an exam answer sheet strike fear into your heart?

If so, you are not alone!  Research suggests that up to 40% of test-takers experience some level of Test Anxiety, often due to poor concentration, difficulty understanding instructions, and inability to recall important information.

The folks at ASAP Science spent time ‘researching the research’ and came up with the:

9 BEST Scientifically Proven Study Tips.

1. Don’t try to study in huge chunks – cramming actually makes doing well on an exam much less likely.  Instead, divide up study sessions in 30 minute chunks – you will retain more information.

study tip 1 small chunks resize pyypq5
2. To get the most out of your study time, try to study at the same time(s) of the day.  This will help train your brain that it is ‘study time.’

Study Tip 2 - specific times of day resize TCQ1GL

3. Rather than rereading the same text over and over, or highlighting passage after passage, try using Flash Cards to help you retain more data.

Study Tip 3 - Flash Cards not reading over and over and highlighting resize m3HdEZ

4. When you sit down to study, have 1 (and only 1) goal in mind for that session, whether it is memorizing a math formula or conjugating verbs. Not only are you more likely to reach that goal, you will know whether you have or not – and if not you can seek more help.

Study Tip 4 - pic one goal for session resize 1kBzk7

5. Your brain organizes information in a different way when you are going to teach it compared to being tested on it.  Try explaining the topic to a friend – you teach him/her and he/she can teach you and you will both remember more!

Study Tip 5 - Learn it to Teach it resize 6J4mef

6. Try taking practice tests.  You can see how well you do, and even when you miss some answers, that will help your brain to remember that item better the next time you see it.

Study Tip 6 - Practice Tests resize YWP26r

These next 3 tips are more related to where/how you study.

7. It is important to have a well equipped and organized work space to get the most out of your study time.

Study Tip 7 - dedicated study place well equipped and organized resize qdqWsy

8. Background noise and listening to your favorite playlist actually degrades your learning.  [Editor: There are, though, some types of music that can actually HELP your retention – check out BrainSpeak’s “Environmental Learning” program!]

Study Tip 8 - Playlists not great unless classical resize 6F7AtN

9. Eliminate distractions!  It isn’t going to get you anywhere if you are spending your study time texting with your BFF.

Study Tip 9 - limit distractions like texts resize MGr75E

Put these 9 BEST Scientifically proven study tips into practice and see how your test scores improve (and your test anxiety drops).  Watch this great video below, and don’t forget to check out “Environmental Learning!”

bnsn article, Smarter

How to Enhance Focus, Memory, and Cognitive Function

Understanding Cognitive Function: The Brain’s Hidden Powerhouse Our cognitive function—the mental processes [...]

Better, BrainStream Programs, Psychology, Remove Obstacles, Special Report

How to Stop Worrying: 7 Proven Strategies for Inner Peace

How to Stop Worrying and Find Inner Peace Introduction: Understanding the Grip [...]

Smarter, Special Report

10 Proven Techniques to Sharpen Your Focus Today

10 Proven Techniques to Sharpen Your Focus Today Introduction Picture this: You [...]

Memory & Learning, Smarter, Special Report

10 Proven Techniques to Enhance Your Memory Fast

10 Proven Techniques to Enhance Your Memory Fast Introduction Have you ever [...]

Smarter, Special Report

Boost Your Creativity: Techniques to Fuel Innovation

Understanding the Fuel for Innovation: What is Creativity? Creativity is the vital [...]

Smarter, Special Report

What is Neuroplasticity? The Science of Brain Rewiring

Neuroplasticity: Key Insights Into Brain Rewiring and Growth Introduction Neuroplasticity represents the [...]

Mind & Brain, Personal Development, Self-Improvement, Smarter, Special Report, Ultra-Intelligence Program

Unleash the Power of Neuroplasticity: Transform Your Brain’s Potential

Unlocking the Mysteries of Neuroplasticity The human brain is a marvel of [...]

Receive New Updates and Program Discounts Directly in Your Inbox!

>