{"id":9797,"date":"2024-08-23T16:48:17","date_gmt":"2024-08-23T04:48:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/?p=9797"},"modified":"2024-08-23T16:48:17","modified_gmt":"2024-08-23T04:48:17","slug":"study-tips-that-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/study-tips-that-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Study Tips That Actually Work"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 4<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

When you walk into an examination room to complete a big assessment, do you usually A.) feel as cool as a cucumber, B.) freak out internally but present a confident front, or C.) melt into a puddle of emotional turmoil?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As much as we\u2019d like to identify with option A, most of us in the Explore Careers team fall into the B and C camps, and if you haven\u2019t researched <\/span>study tips and methods<\/span> before, we bet you\u2019re in the same boat.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Losing your cool before a test can feel unavoidable for high school and university students alike. However, if you equip yourself with some tried and tested <\/span>study techniques<\/span>, you\u2019re guaranteed to feel a lot better when your next test rolls around. To help you find <\/span>study strategies<\/span> that work for you, we\u2019ve put together a list of our favourites (as well as a super informative FAQ section). In short, this guide isn\u2019t one you\u2019ll want to miss!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Is Studying So Important<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

When we\u2019re deep in procrastination territory, we can find ourselves asking loaded questions like \u2018<\/span>Why is studying so important<\/span>, anyway?\u2019 And to that, we counter with another question: how could you think it <\/span>wasn\u2019t <\/span><\/i>important?\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Not to sound like a strict parent, but studying is a key part of setting yourself up for a bright future. Not only does studying help boost your grades (and get you into a good university if that\u2019s your plan), but it also teaches you transferrable skills that will help you for the rest of your life!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For instance, a great <\/span>study routine<\/span> will help you develop your time management skills, focus, and ability to prioritise, all of which will help you in the workforce.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Discover Tried and Tested <\/span>Study Strategies<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

While we\u2019d love to offer up a perfected \u2018one size fits all\u2019 study routine, that\u2019s simply impossible. Everyone\u2019s <\/span>study habits and strategies<\/span> are different because everyone has different strengths and weaknesses! The trick is to take your preferences into account while focusing on methods that suit your skills.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To get you started, we\u2019ve listed some of our favourite <\/span>study strategies<\/span> below:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Using Flash Cards<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

According to the University of Michigan, <\/span>flashcards work well because they promote active recall<\/span><\/a> in the brain. For those of us who haven\u2019t encountered that term before, active recall refers to the process by which we retrieve memories. What\u2019s more, seeing visual cues and attempting to remember the meaning moves it from our short-term to long-term memory!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Writing Summarised Notes<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

While note-taking while you\u2019re in class is a great habit, it isn\u2019t enough to rely on when exam season rolls around. Instead, you\u2019ll want to condense your class notes into one summarised document. <\/span>This strategy allows you to identify the most important bits<\/span><\/a> of information (AKA The bits you\u2019ll need to remember when you\u2019re being assessed!)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Creating Visuals and Graphics<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Monash University promotes this study strategy on their <\/span>student academic success page<\/span><\/a>, so you know it can be trusted! According to them, there are many ways to visualise unit content such as mind maps, brainstorms and infographics. If you\u2019re a visual learner, this strategy will have you feeling exam-ready in no time.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Teaching Someone Else<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you have a study buddy who\u2019s lagging behind, you can actually use their tendency to procrastinate to your advantage (while helping them out, too)! Teaching others course material requires you to engage deeply with the information and organise your thoughts in a clear manner. By the end of your collaborative study session, you\u2019ll both walk away feeling more confident!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Joining a Study Group<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

It can be tricky to balance studying and socialising, but by joining or forming a study group, you can do both at once! What\u2019s more, you\u2019ll be able to hold each other accountable, avoid procrastination, and fill in any information that you or any other member might have missed.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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FAQ: All Your Study-Related Questions Answered<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Now that we\u2019ve gone over a tonne of <\/span>study tips and strategies<\/span>, we want to ensure we don\u2019t miss covering any of your burning study-related questions:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Question: How Do I Study Effectively<\/span>?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> Unfortunately, there\u2019s no \u2018one size fits all\u2019 approach to studying. The best way to develop an <\/span>effective study plan<\/span> is to test out various <\/span>study strategies<\/span> and see which ones work best for you.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Question: What is the Best Study Strategy<\/span>?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> While the answer to this question depends on the student (and their unique skills, strengths and weaknesses), we think our tried and tested <\/span>study strategies<\/span> listed above are top tier!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Question: How Do I Study Without Stress<\/span>?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> The best way to decrease stress levels while studying is to implement a <\/span>study plan<\/span> that\u2019s tailored to your needs <\/span>and <\/span><\/i>to start studying early. There\u2019s no worse feeling than leaving your revision to the last minute!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Question: How Do I Study for Exams<\/span>?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> Studying for exams<\/span> is a little different than studying for regular assessments. You\u2019ll need to focus on <\/span>study strategies<\/span> that promote active recall, like teaching others, using flashcards, and condensing your notes.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Question: How Do I Balance Working and Studying<\/span>?<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Answer: <\/strong>M<\/span>aintaining a work\/study balance becomes <\/span>so <\/span><\/i>much easier when you start studying way before the test date or deadline. That way, you\u2019ll have time to see friends and relax<\/span>,<\/span> rather than stressing over extensions.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Set Aside Some \u2018Me Time,\u2019 Too!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Our final piece of advice is to learn to listen to your body. When you\u2019re stressed and overworked, your body will tell you – think stress headaches, stomach aches and a general sense of ickiness.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To avoid succumbing to the nastiness of burnout, try some of these relaxation techniques as part of your brand-new <\/span>study plan<\/span>! Remember, it\u2019s all about balance!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n