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Emily
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What is the best way to study in college with limited time?
What are the best time efficient ways to study in college as an exercise science major? I am a senior in high school and have always rewritten my notes to study which has worked well. I am just not sure I will have time to continue this in college.
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Gurpreet Lally
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Gurpreet’s Answer, CareerVillage.org Team
In college, many of my lectures were recorded but you can also record them yourself! Re-listening to lectures is a great way to utilize time you would be otherwise spend doing something else. For example, you can work out at the gym, make dinner, or even walk to class all while listening to the lecture recordings again. If you prefer auditory learning, I'd suggest doing something similar for textbooks. There are a ton of apps out there that do speech to text so you can listen along.
Jane Akinyemi
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Hi Emily,
Heare are some effective study tips for Exercise Science:
1. Active Recall: Instead of just rewriting notes, quiz yourself. Cover definitions, diagrams, or processes and try to remember them. For example, ask yourself: "What happens during muscle contraction?" before checking your notes.
2. Spaced Repetition: Use flashcards or apps like Anki or Quizlet to review information at increasing time intervals. This helps memorize anatomy, processes, and exercise routines more efficiently.
3. Chunking and Concept Maps: Break down complex topics like energy systems or biomechanics into smaller parts. Create simple concept maps instead of rewriting everything. This makes it easier to see how ideas connect.
4. Use Visuals: Since exercise science involves many visuals like muscle groups and movement patterns, diagrams and labeled images can save time compared to long notes.
5. Teach Others: Explaining concepts out loud, whether to a friend or yourself, helps deepen understanding. For example, pretend you're teaching someone how VO2 max testing works.
6. Focus on Important Material: Concentrate on topics emphasized by your teachers, review sheets, or labs. Don't spend too much time on minor details—prioritize concepts likely to appear on exams or used in practice.
I hope this helps. Wishing you the best.
Dr. Jane Akinyemi
Heare are some effective study tips for Exercise Science:
1. Active Recall: Instead of just rewriting notes, quiz yourself. Cover definitions, diagrams, or processes and try to remember them. For example, ask yourself: "What happens during muscle contraction?" before checking your notes.
2. Spaced Repetition: Use flashcards or apps like Anki or Quizlet to review information at increasing time intervals. This helps memorize anatomy, processes, and exercise routines more efficiently.
3. Chunking and Concept Maps: Break down complex topics like energy systems or biomechanics into smaller parts. Create simple concept maps instead of rewriting everything. This makes it easier to see how ideas connect.
4. Use Visuals: Since exercise science involves many visuals like muscle groups and movement patterns, diagrams and labeled images can save time compared to long notes.
5. Teach Others: Explaining concepts out loud, whether to a friend or yourself, helps deepen understanding. For example, pretend you're teaching someone how VO2 max testing works.
6. Focus on Important Material: Concentrate on topics emphasized by your teachers, review sheets, or labs. Don't spend too much time on minor details—prioritize concepts likely to appear on exams or used in practice.
I hope this helps. Wishing you the best.
Dr. Jane Akinyemi