Weird study hacks that actually work

Have you been having a hard time studying lately? And no matter how hard you try, your brain just won’t retain any information? Use these unexpected, yet helpful tips that will improve your studying.

1. Spray an unfamiliar scent while you’re studying – Spray it again when you’re about to take the test and the scent should jog your memory (a weird flavor gum works too).

2. Write down all relevant information you can remember on an index card – This extra writing exercise will help your remember the important things and serve as a nice review when it’s time for your exam.

3. Leave yourself a gummy bear trail – This is a great incentive to study. Each time you reach a gummy bear you get to eat it!

4. Write down all formulas at the beginning of the test – They are still fresh in your mind, so it’s best to write them down before they are forgotten.

5. Times New Roman is the fastest font to read – If you’re typing out your study notes, make sure to use this font.

6. Block distracting sites on your computer – Use one of these helpful programs: Cold Turkey, SelfControl or FocalFilter.

7. Watch a documentary on the test topic – It’ll help you have a deeper understanding of the material.

8. Pretend you’re taking notes for someone else – By doing this, you’ll take better notes.

9. Do short review sessions – Review your newly learned material every 20 minutes. This is important as it keeps you from forgetting key points.

10. Try an online interactive flash card site – try using Quizlet, it is community based so you can make your own flashcards or use already made ones.

Studying doesn’t have to be hard, and its true not all methods work for every person, but give these weird study hacks a try and see if they boost your focus and help concentration.

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