Reading carefully does not always mean truly learning, especially when it comes to passive reading. This type of reading does not guarantee understanding or retention of the content. To solve this challenge, the SQ3R method was developed, a strategy that transforms reading into an active, intentional and much more effective process. The SQ3R method is …

Organizing content visually is one of the most effective strategies for studying, especially for those who are creative or have a keen visual memory. One of the most popular techniques in this sense is the mind map, which facilitates the connection between ideas and allows you to visualize information in a clear and logical way. …

Taking good notes is one of the most important skills for anyone who wants to learn more efficiently. However, copying everything the teacher says or transcribing excerpts from books is not always really useful. Often, an excess of disorganized information can make it difficult to both review and remember content. Created at Cornell University in …

Each person learns differently — and understanding your learning style can make all the difference in results. Visual students, for example, assimilate content better when they can see it represented clearly, through images, diagrams, mind maps or colors. By using the right strategies, it is possible to transform learning into something more natural, faster and …

If you’ve ever spent hours reviewing content and still had trouble remembering it during the test, know that you’re not alone. Often, the problem lies in the way we study, which is why techniques such as active retrieval and spaced repetition have gained prominence among students seeking to learn more efficiently. These two methods, when …