5 Ways to Improve Your Study Habits

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5 Ways to Improve Your Study Habits
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• Studying is integral to college or university
  life. Like many aspects of academia, however,
  studying can be complicated and stressful. It can
  be even more stressful if you dont have
  disciplined study habits.

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• These habits may include practicing effective
  time management, studying in a quiet place,
  avoiding cramming sessions, etc. But there are
  even more specific techniques that can help
  improve your study habits, such as

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• Turning off the technology
• Organizing your notes
• Finding a comfortable, quiet space to study
• Creating or joining a study group
• Taking breaks

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Turn Off the Technology

• Technology, like smartphones, smartwatches,
  tablets, computers, and televisions are constant
  distractions that can derail any study session.
  These things should, therefore, be turned off or
  put on silent while youre studying.

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• It may be more effective to just put smartphones
  or watches out of sight during this time. For
  example, turning your phone on silent, turning
  off the alerts, and placing it in a drawer may
  help reduce the urge to constantly look at or
  check it out of sight, out of mind.

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• You should also avoid social media, which can be
  even more distracting and time-consuming.

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Organize Your Notes

• For many, their lecture notes can be illegible
  and disorganized. Although this can be partially
  remedied by recording or typing vital information
  from lectures, notes should be organized and
  reviewed before studying.

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• To make your notes easier to understand,
  consider creating a key for any abbreviations or
  shortcuts used in the notes. A key can improve
  the legibility of your notes and make them easier
  to understand.

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• Before studying, organize your notes
  chronologically or by lesson (depending on what
  youre studying). Once the notes are organized,
  create a simple, comprehensive outline to follow.
  Finally, use notecards and games to help you
  review and recall essential concepts.

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Find a Nice, Quiet Space to Study

• To ensure optimal recollection and
  concentration, your study space should be as
  quiet, clean, and distraction-free as possible.
  Some of the best spaces include the library,
  student study lounges, and your own room or
  apartment.

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• Just make sure the environment is quiet and
  comfortable with few distractions and little foot
  traffic. It might be helpful to think of the hunt
  to find the perfect study space like the hunt to
  find
• niagara college student housing. In both cases,
  the space should fit your comfort levels, style,
  and needs.

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Create or Join a Study Group

• Study groups are one of the most effective ways
  to study. They serve as support groups, can help
  you learn new study techniques, and can reinforce
  healthy study habits.

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• Students who are studying the same material may
  be able to offer tips or provide clarification
  and information you couldnt find or didnt know
  you needed. Creating or joining study groups also
  provides an opportunity to connect with different
  personalities, as well as other people who may be
  struggling or succeeding in the same coursework.

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• For the best results, create or join a group as
  early in the term as possible. Plus, make sure
  your group meets at least once a week or more,
  especially during heavy testing periods, such as
  in the middle or at the end of a term.

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Take Breaks

• When engaging in strenuous exercise, mental or
  physical, breaks are always necessary and
  recommended. Breaks will help you maintain mental
  clarity and ensure youre able to properly
  memorize and recall the information you study. It
  can also make the studying process less
  stressful.

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• Youll be able to study long hours without
  feeling overwhelmed and overly tired. Not to
  mention, rest and proper care will help you
  perform at the highest level. So, take several
  breaks while studying, making sure to eat, engage
  in relaxing activities, sleep (if necessary),
  socialize with others, and generally, take care
  of yourself.

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• Best of luck!