10 Study Hacks Every Student Needs to Know
Studying doesn't have to be painful. These 10 science-backed study hacks will help you learn faster and remember more:
1. The Feynman Technique
Explain concepts in simple terms as if teaching a child. If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.
2. Active Recall
Instead of re-reading notes, test yourself. Close your book and write down everything you remember.
3. Spaced Repetition
Review material at increasing intervals: 1 day, 3 days, 1 week, 1 month. This locks information into long-term memory.
4. The Cornell Note-Taking Method
Divide your page: notes on right, key questions on left, summary at bottom. Review by covering notes and answering questions.
5. Study in Short Bursts
Your brain retains more from four 30-minute sessions than one 2-hour marathon. Take breaks!
6. Teach Someone Else
Teaching forces you to organize information clearly. Explain concepts to friends, family, or even your pet.
7. Use Mnemonics
Create memorable acronyms, rhymes, or stories. "My Very Educated Mother Just Served Us Nachos" for planets.
8. Practice Past Papers
The best way to prepare for a test is to practice with similar questions. Find old exams and time yourself.
9. Study Before Sleep
Your brain consolidates memories during sleep. Review key concepts right before bed.
10. Change Your Study Location
Studying in different environments helps your brain form stronger memories. Library, coffee shop, park—mix it up!
Remember: The best study hack is consistency. Use these techniques regularly, and you'll see massive improvements!