Active studying involves strategies that enable you to engage actively with the material, rather than passively absorbing it through reading or listening. Research has shown that active studying leads to better long-term retention and comprehension. Here are 10 methods for active studying:
Take Command: Ten Study Tips
- Create your own study guide.
- Make your own quiz.
- Create a timeline.
- Use a concept map.
- Make diagrams.
- Use pneumonic devices for memorizing.
- Teach someone else who doesn’t know the concepts or skills.
- Use flashcards or digital flashcard apps.
- Predict essay questions and plan your answers.
- Summarizing or paraphrasing information that you’ve read.
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