How Good Are You at Studying?
Take this 10 question quiz to check whether there's untapped potential in your technique! Remember to answer honestly - after all, it's only to help yourself.
I revise my material frequently in progressively spaced out intervals
Always!
Mostly
Sometimes
Pretty much never
Before I start a study session, I develop a clear idea of my objectives
All the time
Most of the time
Every now and then
Not really - I just open my books and go.
Before a study session, I pre-read the material to familiarise myself and develop a rough outline
100%
Sometimes I forget
Not regularly
I've basically only done that by accident
I like to study different types of information in different ways.
Yes, I have a method of studying different topics and information types
Sometimes - I study some things differently, but default to my generic method of studying for the rest
I only have one different way of studying that I use now and again, but not consistently for a specific type of information
I study everything with generally the same method
I incorporate a mix of visual, auditory, read/write, and kinaesthetic studying modes.
I try my best
Only occasionally
Rarely
I just use whatever they give me
I try to vary the way I revise my notes so that each revision challenges me in different ways.
It's a must
Only sometimes
Rarely
I revise the same way almost every time
My notes...
Reflect my learning perfectly
Look pretty, but it's basically just sets of essays
Are just written left to right, almost like a copy of the guide/books
Are minimalistic, but focus around keywords that I associate with several concepts
All always look the same and I have trouble remembering them
When I read, I ask myself questions to answer and construct a conceptual understanding of the material
Yes I am a very active and thoughtful reader - I sometimes read out of order as I answer questions
Yes, but I tend to follow the order of information presented by the guide/texts
Sometimes, but I also just read passively a large amount of the time
Rarely - I only do it when I have bursts of genius
Almost never - I tend to read passively and find myself not gaining much knowledge from just reading
I use colours...
Primarily to make my notes pretty
To colour code my notes
Only to create visual demarcations on the page for different sections/headings
Hardly ever
I reflect and am aware of my learning style and studying methods
Yes, very reflective and aware. I often trial new methods and evaluate my studying for areas of improvement.
I am aware, but not very reflective of my studying and learning. Improvements happen somewhat infrequently.
I am only really aware of when my studying is horrible. I don't have too many ideas on how to improve.
I have a surface level of awareness of my studying and learning. I don't tend to think about the process, and spend my time just doing it instead.
You're a machine!
You use a variety of studying modalities to suit your needs while remaining proactive about reflecting and improving on your study style. From study time-tabling down to each learning technique, you're set to study in a way that maximises your learning potential!
Pretty good!
While there's a bit of room for improvement, you've got a solid method of studying that makes good use of your learning ability!
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Not too bad.
You've got a solid foundation, and you're definitely doing better than your average, but there are a few things you could optimise to really make use of your potential. You might see some huge improvements by tuning up your study methods!
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If you want to get some hints on how you could improve, check out the Learn Better Series at www.justinthetutor.com/free
Room for improvement...
It seems like your study method is pretty cookie-cutter. While it might have been okay so far, it won't hold up for long! The good news is that you'll probably see some dramatic increases in study efficiency with more advanced and tailored studying techniques. It's well worth the effort and you'll be thanking yourself a year from now!
If you want to get some hints on how you could improve, check out the Learn Better Series at www.justinthetutor.com/free
If you want to get some hints on how you could improve, check out the Learn Better Series at www.justinthetutor.com/free