Here are nine simple study hacks that help students remember information for a longer time by using practical learning methods, healthy habits, and better revision techniques.
Active Recall Instead of reading notes again and again, try to test yourself on what you have studied. Close the book and write or say the main points from memory. This helps your brain find the information without support, which makes it stronger. You can also ask someone to quiz you or use simple question cards. With regular practice, your brain learns to recall important ideas more quickly during exams.
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Spaced Repetition Study the same topic again after a short break, then repeat it after a longer gap. For example, study once today, again tomorrow, then next week. This way, your brain does not forget easily. The information becomes familiar over time. It is better than learning everything in one day because your memory needs breaks to store knowledge for a longer time.
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Teach Someone Once you understand a lesson, explain it to another person in your own words. You can also pretend that you are teaching a class. When you teach, you notice which parts are not clear to you. This helps you improve and remember better. It also keeps the ideas active in your mind for a long time.
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Mind Mapping Make simple diagrams that connect ideas with arrows, shapes or lines. Start with one main idea in the centre and add related points around it. This keeps information organised in your brain. It is easier to remember a picture than a long paragraph. Mind maps also help you see the full chapter at one glance while studying.
Short Study Sessions Study in small sessions with short breaks in between. For example, learn for twenty five minutes and then rest for five minutes. This keeps your mind fresh and focused. Long study hours can make you tired and reduce memory. Short sessions help you understand more in less time, especially when you are preparing for exams.
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Mix Subjects Study different subjects or chapters on the same day. For example, maths and then science, instead of doing one subject for many hours. This keeps the brain active because it keeps switching between different types of learning. You also get better at remembering many things together during exams.
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Use Real Life Examples Try to connect difficult topics with things you see around you in real life. When you relate a new concept with something familiar, the brain stores it faster. You will remember it later because it makes sense and feels useful. This is very helpful in subjects like science and social studies.
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Write by Hand Write your notes instead of typing everything. When you write, your brain pays more attention to each word. You think more carefully and understand the information better. Written notes are easier to revise later. You can also use different headings or small drawings to help memory.
Sleep Well A good night’s sleep after studying helps the brain organise and store information. When you rest properly, your memory works better the next day. Do not stay up too late just to finish studying. Sleep gives your mind the energy it needs to recall what you learned in class and during revision.
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