2 answers
1
Question
Asked
63 views
What are your favorite techniques for studying or retaining information? #Spring26
It's been a few years since I've had to study for school, and I would love tips and tricks that have worked for other students.
Login to comment
2 answers
Updated
Jerry’s Answer
Let's start with Mit's answer.
As in rewriting notes (which I did within a day of taking the lecture), and taking the information in "bits", as they are not all connected to each other.
And like Mit, I would never do all my studying the night before an exam. Bits and pieces. I'd organize the upcoming exam in distinct sections. And do them one at a time.
For me, I would never study with others. I found it confusing. But that is my personality. Perhaps for you it would be a positive to study and discuss with others.
Just one more. It was my personal limit. I would study eight hours for a regular exam and twelve hours for a final. And again, not all at one time. Perhaps within five to four days before an exam. I would write down the amount of time I spent during each study session. Even if it was only fifteen minutes. And when I reached my eight or twelve hour limit, I stopped, thinking if I can't make it in that amount of time I'll never make it.
But understand, I am not suggesting this is the way you should study. It just fit my personality. And it worked.
As in rewriting notes (which I did within a day of taking the lecture), and taking the information in "bits", as they are not all connected to each other.
And like Mit, I would never do all my studying the night before an exam. Bits and pieces. I'd organize the upcoming exam in distinct sections. And do them one at a time.
For me, I would never study with others. I found it confusing. But that is my personality. Perhaps for you it would be a positive to study and discuss with others.
Just one more. It was my personal limit. I would study eight hours for a regular exam and twelve hours for a final. And again, not all at one time. Perhaps within five to four days before an exam. I would write down the amount of time I spent during each study session. Even if it was only fifteen minutes. And when I reached my eight or twelve hour limit, I stopped, thinking if I can't make it in that amount of time I'll never make it.
But understand, I am not suggesting this is the way you should study. It just fit my personality. And it worked.
Updated
Mit’s Answer
I like to keep my study methods simple and active. I focus on understanding concepts instead of just memorizing, and I often rewrite notes in my own words or explain the topic out loud as if I’m teaching someone else. That helps me see if I really understand it.
I also use repetition and consistency—reviewing material in short sessions over time instead of cramming. Breaking information into smaller chunks and connecting it to real-life examples makes it easier to remember and apply later.
I also use repetition and consistency—reviewing material in short sessions over time instead of cramming. Breaking information into smaller chunks and connecting it to real-life examples makes it easier to remember and apply later.