Effective Study Strategies and Techniques

The video outlines six effective study strategies: spaced practice, interleaving, questioning techniques, using concrete examples, combining words and visuals, and retrieval practice. These strategies are based on cognitive psychology research and aim to improve learning efficiency and retention. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding over memorization and encourages students to apply these methods for better academic performance.

Why is spaced practice more effective than cramming?

• It reduces the need to re-learn information.

• It allows for longer study sessions.

• It helps you memorize information faster.

• It makes studying more enjoyable.

What is the key to effective spaced practice?

• Re-reading notes frequently.

• Studying only the most recent information.

• Consistent short study sessions over time.

• Long, intensive study sessions.

What does interleaving help you to do?

• Avoid studying multiple subjects.

• Memorize information quickly.

• Focus on one topic for a long time.

• Highlight similarities and differences between topics.

How should you approach switching topics during interleaving?

• Avoid making links between ideas.

• Switch topics after understanding an idea.

• Spend an entire session on one topic.

• Switch topics very frequently.

What should you do when you have your textbook and notes in front of you?

• Memorize definitions.

• Ask yourself 'how' and 'why' questions.

• Read through them quickly.

• Highlight important points.

Why is it important to create 'how' and 'why' questions?

• To improve understanding by comparing ideas.

• To avoid re-reading notes.

• To memorize information faster.

• To make studying more enjoyable.

Why should you use specific, concrete examples?

• They are easier to find in textbooks.

• They make studying more fun.

• They help explain abstract ideas better.

• They are easier to memorize.

What is a concrete example of the abstract idea of 'scarcity'?

• A popular restaurant with few tables.

• A limited edition toy.

• A ticket scalper charging more as game day approaches.

• A rare book in a library.

Why should you combine verbal material with visuals?

• It provides two ways to understand and remember information.

• It helps you memorize definitions.

• It matches your learning style.

• It makes studying more colorful.

What is the most valuable study skill to boost performance?

• Highlighting important points.

• Studying in long sessions.

• Taking as many practice tests as possible.

• Re-reading notes frequently.