Exams are almost upon us.
First up my best wishes to all of you who are about to start exams. It is a stressful period, but also an opportunity to show what you’ve learned and progress to the next stage of your studies.
If you need a bit of a break from study, to learn how to study better, some of the links below should help.
Preparing for exams series:
3 – Tame your brain
5 – Memory
Other articles from around the web:
LaTrobe University Exam Revision Tips
The Science of Revision from the Guardian
The Science of Learning Research Centre – 12 PEN Principles
10 biggest breakthroughs in the science of learning
Videos
Learning vs understanding mode – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FvYJhpNvHY
The power of believing you can improve – https://www.ted.com/talks/carol_dweck_the_power_of_believing_that_you_can_improve
Learning how to learn – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O96fE1E-rf8
Is there a study tool or resource that you use that you think other students might find helpful? Let me know
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