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Alexa
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Paw Paw, Illinois
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What study habits have been the most successful for you?
Im worried my course load is going to be to much and I am worried I won't be able to keep up with it. Looking fo rtips and tricsk to help in any way.
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Edgar Avalos
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Active Learning: Engaging with the material through summarizing, questioning, and teaching it to someone else.
Spacing and Distributed Practice: Spreading study sessions over time rather than cramming.
Practice Testing: Using flashcards, quizzes, or practice exams to test recall and understanding.
Setting Specific Goals: Defining clear, achievable objectives for each study session.
Eliminating Distractions: Creating a dedicated, quiet study environment.
Taking Regular Breaks: Using techniques like the Pomodoro Technique to maintain focus.
Spacing and Distributed Practice: Spreading study sessions over time rather than cramming.
Practice Testing: Using flashcards, quizzes, or practice exams to test recall and understanding.
Setting Specific Goals: Defining clear, achievable objectives for each study session.
Eliminating Distractions: Creating a dedicated, quiet study environment.
Taking Regular Breaks: Using techniques like the Pomodoro Technique to maintain focus.
Tamina Crook
pediatric occupational therapy assistant; student
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One of the biggest things I've learned while going back to school for my Master's in Occupational Therapy is that everyone studies differently, so don't be afraid to experiment until you find what works best for you. I try to treat school like a job by setting aside dedicated study times each week instead of waiting until I feel motivated. One strategy that has really helped me is reviewing my notes within 24 hours of class because it keeps the information fresh and makes studying before exams much less stressful. I also use the Pomodoro Method when I need help staying focused, create concept maps to connect ideas, and apply what I'm learning to real-life situations rather than simply memorizing facts. If I'm struggling with a topic, I'll explain it out loud as if I'm teaching someone else, which helps me identify what I truly understand. Don't underestimate the importance of taking care of yourself, either. Getting enough sleep, taking short movement breaks, and giving your brain time to recharge can actually improve your focus and retention. Most importantly, don't let a heavy course load overwhelm you before you begin. Stay organized, start assignments early, and focus on making steady progress each day. Small, consistent efforts add up, and you'll likely accomplish much more than you think.
Fanny Gomez
Auditor
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Heredia, Heredia Province, Costa Rica
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Fanny’s Answer
Hi Alexa,
Honestly, one of the best study habits is just staying consistent instead of cramming everything at the last minute. Using a planner or even your phone calendar to keep track of assignments really helps so nothing sneaks up on you. Try breaking big assignments into smaller tasks because it makes everything feel way less stressful and easier to manage. Also, don’t forget to take breaks and get enough sleep — being exhausted makes studying so much harder. And trust me, almost everyone feels overwhelmed at first, but once you find a routine that works for you, it gets a lot easier.
Honestly, one of the best study habits is just staying consistent instead of cramming everything at the last minute. Using a planner or even your phone calendar to keep track of assignments really helps so nothing sneaks up on you. Try breaking big assignments into smaller tasks because it makes everything feel way less stressful and easier to manage. Also, don’t forget to take breaks and get enough sleep — being exhausted makes studying so much harder. And trust me, almost everyone feels overwhelmed at first, but once you find a routine that works for you, it gets a lot easier.
Brooke Jones
Product Management
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Study habits that worked well for me included regularly quizzing myself and using flashcards to reinforce and test my memory. I made this a daily routine so I wasn’t stuck cramming right before a test.
It’s also important to build a consistent study schedule. Look at your weekly routine and intentionally block out time for homework and studying. Creating that rhythm helps you stay on track—and if other plans come up, you can adjust and add extra study time to stay ahead.
It’s also important to build a consistent study schedule. Look at your weekly routine and intentionally block out time for homework and studying. Creating that rhythm helps you stay on track—and if other plans come up, you can adjust and add extra study time to stay ahead.
This was super helpful, thank you!
Alexa