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How to Focus on Learning: Dedicating Time & Space to Learn

How far in advance do you schedule study or practice time? Do you have a dedicated learning space? An important step in preparing yourself to learn is to set aside the time and create the right environment in which you can maximize your ability to focus. This involves prioritizing your activities, planning your schedule, eliminating distractions, and creating the proper atmosphere for yourself. Continue reading for advice on how to focus on learning and get the most out of your studies.

How to Remember What You Learn: Tips for Storage & Recall

Do you have trouble recalling what you’ve learned? Do you rely on last-minute cramming and hope for the best? Often, the first step in any learning process is to absorb and memorize new information, whether it’s a list of historical facts, scientific concepts, or steps to perform a task. The trick is to do it in a way that lets you retain what you’ve learned and access it when needed in the future. Read on for advice on how to remember what you learn and stop squandering your study and practice time.

How to Learn Concepts: The Value of Conceptual Knowledge

How well can you explain what you know to others? How might you go past a surface-level knowledge of something and reach a deep understanding? True learning entails comprehension. You can memorize a set of facts and never understand them. Not only is conceptual knowledge valuable in itself, but you also can use it as a springboard to elevate you to an even higher level of learning. Continue reading for tips on how to learn concepts—and to understand the value of doing so.

Learn by Making Mistakes: Incremental Progress With Trial & Error

What are you learning these days? Are you discouraged by the challenge? What if you saw mistakes as progress? One of the hallmarks of learning is that you don’t get something right the first time. True learning is a process that takes time, and it often requires baby steps and even missteps. Incremental progress is progress all the same, and it can be an incredibly effective way to learn. Read on for advice and encouragement to learn by making mistakes.

How to Do Well in School & Beyond: Learn Like a Pro

What if you could read more efficiently? Would you like to be able to memorize the material you’re learning? What’s the best way to prepare for an exam? Drawing on the latest research in cognitive psychology and education, Barbara Oakley and Olav Schewe provide proven techniques for mastering new skills and knowledge quickly and efficiently. They provide practical tips for excelling in academic settings so you can become a better learner for life. Continue reading to discover how to do well in school and unlock your full learning potential.

How to Test Yourself: Using Self-Testing to Retain & Recall Material

What’s the most effective form of studying? How long should you wait between learning and self-testing? You can remember what you learn and strengthen your learning skills by testing yourself during the learning process. We’ve collected several techniques from a few sources that will help you retain and recall information effectively. Continue reading to learn how to test yourself and maximize your study routine.

How to Do Well on Exams: Tips for Before & During a Test

Are you an excellent student except when it comes to exams? Is it hard for you to demonstrate what you’ve learned? You can be an excellent learner but struggle when it comes to exam time. Tests are a unique, but indispensable, part of academics. To succeed as a student, you must perform well on tests. In Learn Like a Pro, education and learning experts Barbara Oakley and Olav Schewe share test-taking strategies. Keep reading to learn how to do well on exams by following their recommendations for what to do before and during a test.

How to Improve Your Learning Skills: Tips From Education Pros

What would you learn if you only knew you could? How might you get better at learning itself, opening the door to countless opportunities? Research shows that, no matter your age or stage in life, you can learn anything you want. Not only can you acquire new knowledge and skills, you can get better at learning, which is a skill of its own. Keep reading to discover how to improve your learning skills with advice and techniques from education experts.

How to Make Notes for Studying: 3 Tips From Learning Experts

What are the best ways to make notes and then use them to study? What methods will help you internalize the material? Barbara Oakley and Olav Schewe are experienced educators and learning experts who struggled to learn in the past. In their book Learn Like a Pro, they provide practical tips for excelling in academic settings so you can become a better learner for life. Read more to learn how to make notes for studying that will help you learn and recall the material more effectively.

How to Read and Understand Effectively: 3 Tips to Read Like a Pro

When you read, does it feel like the material doesn’t stick? Do you wish you could read faster without sacrificing comprehension? Reading is one thing. Understanding what you read is another. Recalling what you read is yet another thing. In Learn Like a Pro, Barbara Oakley and Olav Schewe provide strategies to help you become a more efficient reader. Take a look at their advice on how to read and understand effectively.