1. Use the Pomodoro Technique
Break your study time into short chunks:
- 25 minutes of focused study
- 5-minute break
After 4 rounds, take a longer 15–30 min break.
This keeps your brain fresh and focused!
2. Teach What You Learn
Try explaining the topic to someone else (or even just out loud to yourself).
If you can teach it, you really understand it. ✅
3. Study Right Before Bed (for Review)
Light review before sleep helps lock info into your long-term memory.
But avoid cramming—you want restful sleep,
4. Mix Subjects – Don’t Block Study
Instead of spending hours on one subject, rotate between topics.
It improves retention and prevents boredom.
5. Use Active Recall
Close your book and try to recall what you just read or studied.
Flashcards, self-quizzing, or writing summaries are great ways to do this.
6. Change Your Study Environment
Switching locations (like home, library, or café) can improve concentration.
It reduces mental fatigue and keeps things fresh.
7. Write It Out by Hand
Taking notes by hand (vs. typing) helps with memory and understanding.
It slows you down in a good way, making you process the material more deeply.
8. Use Mnemonics or Acronyms
Create memory aids like:
- PEMDAS for math
- ROYGBIV for rainbow colors
Silly ones stick best!
9. Block Distractions
Use focus apps like:
- Forest – grow a tree as you focus
- Cold Turkey or Focus Keeper – block social media and distractions
Also, keep your phone on silent or in another room!
10. Practice Past Exams & Sample Questions
Testing yourself under real exam conditions is one of the best ways to prepare.
It builds confidence and helps you identify weak spots.
