Mistakes are an inevitable part of the learning process. But if you keep making the same mistakes over and over, it can be demoralising. In this article, I share 12 common mistakes students make when preparing for exams, and what you can do to avoid making them. But let me be clear, this article isn’t […]
What is the best way to cement information into your brain? Research shows active recall (aka retrieval practice) is a highly effective strategy for remembering information. This strategy will take your studies and your grades to the next level. Active recall involves bringing information to mind without looking at your books and notes. I have […]
Exams are an intense experience. This means you need to prepare yourself mentally and physically for them. You can work so hard to memorise large quantities of information for an exam, but if you’re not mentally and physically prepared, all that hard work can sadly go to waste. When it comes time to take your […]
Have you ever crammed for an exam or written an essay at the very last minute? Cramming can very easily become a bad habit. Let me explain. When you procrastinate and leave your work until the night before it’s due, adrenaline and motivation kicks in. This allows you to work with crazy energy and intense […]
