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ava
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how to better my memory and understanding in school ?
what are some study tips to help me memorize and understand school for someone going into 9 grade
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Doc Frick
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If you want to commit something to memory, it's important to start by working on how you attend to the information. After all, attention is a lot like a spotlight, shining light on the important details. Attention is one of the major components of memory. In order for information to move from your short-term memory into your long-term memory, you need to actively attend to this information. Set aside a short period of time to be alone. Try to study in a place free of distractions such as television, music, and other diversions. Getting rid of distractions might be a challenge, especially if you are surrounded by boisterous school friends. Ask your friends to give you some space or for an hour so you can focus on your work.
AVOID CRAMMING
While you might be tempted to try to learn everything in one long session, this tactic can actually make it harder to remember the information later. Studying materials over several sessions gives you the time you need to adequately process information. Plus, it's just a more realistic strategy. By breaking your review sessions up into smaller blocks, you're more likely to stick with it. Plus, it gives you a chance to review key details several times. Repetition is one of the best ways to improve your memory.
MNEMONIC DEVICES
Mnemonic devices are a technique often used by students to aid in recall. A mnemonic is simply a way to remember information. For example, you might associate a term you need to remember with a common item that you are very familiar with. The best mnemonics are those that utilize positive imagery, humor, or novelty. Come up with a rhyme, song, or joke to help remember a specific segment of information. Evidence indicates that mnemonic strategies can be a powerful tool for improving memory. In one study, using a mnemonic acronym improved learning of a task sequence. The research also showed that this strategy was also useful for reducing the effects of interruptions in tasks that involve following a certain set of procedures. Another study found that mnemonic training led to changes in how information was structured in the brain. Such findings suggest that using memory tricks like mnemonics doesn't just help you remember stuff better—it actually makes your brain more adept at remember information in general.
REHEARSING
To recall information, you need to encode what you are studying into long-term memory. One of the most effective encoding techniques is known as elaborative rehearsal. While it sounds complicated, it's actually pretty simple. Simply put, it's all about connecting new information with things you already know. So if you are learning a new term, you would start by learning the meaning. Then, you might think about how that might fit in with other things you know about the concept and then think of a story or create a mnemonic device to help tie them all together. For example, as you learn more about elaborative rehearsal, you might start by learning the term's definition. Then, you might think of how this fits with other things you know about memory, including how information is consolidated into long-term memory. After repeating this process a few times, you'll probably notice that recalling the information is much easier.
VISUAL CONCEPTS
Many people benefit greatly from visualizing the information they study. Research has found there is an overlap between visual imagery and visual working memory. Creating mental imagery about things you are trying to remember may help improve later recall. Pay attention to the photographs, charts, and other graphics in your textbooks. If you don't have visual cues to help, try creating your own. Draw charts or figures in the margins of your notes or use highlighters or pens in different colors to group related ideas in your written study materials. Sometimes even just making flashcards of various terms you need to remember can help cement the information in your mind.
Ava focusing on how you learn the information is important, including minimizing distractions, focusing on the material, and organizing the information in related categories. Other techniques like visualization, mnemonics, and elaborative rehearsal can help you max out your memory powers.
AVOID CRAMMING
While you might be tempted to try to learn everything in one long session, this tactic can actually make it harder to remember the information later. Studying materials over several sessions gives you the time you need to adequately process information. Plus, it's just a more realistic strategy. By breaking your review sessions up into smaller blocks, you're more likely to stick with it. Plus, it gives you a chance to review key details several times. Repetition is one of the best ways to improve your memory.
MNEMONIC DEVICES
Mnemonic devices are a technique often used by students to aid in recall. A mnemonic is simply a way to remember information. For example, you might associate a term you need to remember with a common item that you are very familiar with. The best mnemonics are those that utilize positive imagery, humor, or novelty. Come up with a rhyme, song, or joke to help remember a specific segment of information. Evidence indicates that mnemonic strategies can be a powerful tool for improving memory. In one study, using a mnemonic acronym improved learning of a task sequence. The research also showed that this strategy was also useful for reducing the effects of interruptions in tasks that involve following a certain set of procedures. Another study found that mnemonic training led to changes in how information was structured in the brain. Such findings suggest that using memory tricks like mnemonics doesn't just help you remember stuff better—it actually makes your brain more adept at remember information in general.
REHEARSING
To recall information, you need to encode what you are studying into long-term memory. One of the most effective encoding techniques is known as elaborative rehearsal. While it sounds complicated, it's actually pretty simple. Simply put, it's all about connecting new information with things you already know. So if you are learning a new term, you would start by learning the meaning. Then, you might think about how that might fit in with other things you know about the concept and then think of a story or create a mnemonic device to help tie them all together. For example, as you learn more about elaborative rehearsal, you might start by learning the term's definition. Then, you might think of how this fits with other things you know about memory, including how information is consolidated into long-term memory. After repeating this process a few times, you'll probably notice that recalling the information is much easier.
VISUAL CONCEPTS
Many people benefit greatly from visualizing the information they study. Research has found there is an overlap between visual imagery and visual working memory. Creating mental imagery about things you are trying to remember may help improve later recall. Pay attention to the photographs, charts, and other graphics in your textbooks. If you don't have visual cues to help, try creating your own. Draw charts or figures in the margins of your notes or use highlighters or pens in different colors to group related ideas in your written study materials. Sometimes even just making flashcards of various terms you need to remember can help cement the information in your mind.
Ava focusing on how you learn the information is important, including minimizing distractions, focusing on the material, and organizing the information in related categories. Other techniques like visualization, mnemonics, and elaborative rehearsal can help you max out your memory powers.
Thanks for the help.
ava
Rebecca Tang
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Rebecca’s Answer
Thank you for your question. Firstly, you need to find a time management tool to help, eg Google Calendar, MS Outlook, phone calendar, etc
Below are my suggestions:
1. Put down the time you need to attend classes every day
2. Assign time daily for your homework, projects, etc. Review the class material covered on day. If there is anything not clear, ask the teacher on next school day
3. Make sure you have enough sleep and do some exercise
4. Allocate more time for revision before assessment
5. Form study groups with your classmates. It can help you to understand the course material better and strengthen your memory on the syllabus.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
May Almighty God bless you!
Below are my suggestions:
1. Put down the time you need to attend classes every day
2. Assign time daily for your homework, projects, etc. Review the class material covered on day. If there is anything not clear, ask the teacher on next school day
3. Make sure you have enough sleep and do some exercise
4. Allocate more time for revision before assessment
5. Form study groups with your classmates. It can help you to understand the course material better and strengthen your memory on the syllabus.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
May Almighty God bless you!
Cameron Z.
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Cameron’s Answer
Add personal meaning to anything your learning, our brains love to retain information if it has a personal meaning behind it. There will be classes and subjects you will just have to do your best even when you aren't able to add personal meaning or find the motivation. Don't feel like you have to memorize everything as well. You should be able to get away with just memorizing the most meaningful concepts in a chapter and based your answers on a test off of them.
Thank you!
ava