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We hope your AP Exams are going well and your studying is leaving you feeling rewarded! But, at this point in the week, it’s not surprising if you just feel tired and unmotivated. That doesn’t have to be the end of your studying, however, and you can keep working hard, even in short bursts. We’ll show you how ⬇️ Study by energy To explain it simply, motivation is fully psychological, but energy is a real feeling. Meaning, you might never be motivated to do something just beca

AP Exams start next week, so both your stress and studying have probably reached a school year high. And, being so caught up in remembering content or prepping for exam day, it’s easy to forget how to keep yourself healthy and truly ready. So, we’ve compiled a collection of things you should do when you’re 24 hours away from your exam to make sure you’re staying motivated and prepared to get that 5. The Night Before Light studying Being so close to the exam, you will probably

Kind of like we say in every post, studying isn’t always fun. Nor is it energizing, exciting, or something you want to do after a long day of school. But, of course, it’s unavoidable, and as AP Exams inch nearer and nearer, it’s turning into a necessity. So, we’ve compiled a collection of ideas and timelines for how you should study depending on your mood, whether you’re burnt out and exhausted or ready to get locked in. Feeling productive First we’ll start with if you’re fee

Like it or not, it's AP Exam season! Which, of course, means that it's time to start studying. And, while it might not be true for every test, AP Exams do have a right and wrong way to study, and we'll give you a few ways to do just that. In an Internet full of study tools, we've created a list of some of our favorites, so let's get started. Knowt Over the last few years, Knowt has turned into another flashcard maker to a complete study machine. For nearly every AP class, th

At this point in the school year, it can feel like there isn’t time for anything. You have so many things to do that studying just seems like a waste of time, but you know you have to anyway. Well, we’ve collected a list of study tricks that you can do without even knowing you’re studying, so that your grades stay high (and so can your sleep levels). Fall asleep to a video Fun fact: if you play a video as you fall asleep, the content of that video will work its way into your

It’s no unknown fact that studying is extremely boring. Even if you know it’s going towards a good cause (your grades), you don’t want to study. But, there are ways to make studying fun that ensure you learn the material while also having a good time. And, if you want to test some of them out, then keep reading! Deck of cards Grab a deck of cards and make sure they’re shuffled. Lay them face down on your desk and take the first one off the top. Multiply the number that you g

Let’s be honest, it can be difficult to cram material into your brain. This is especially true if you’re studying for an assessment the next day or trying to learn everything all at once. People don’t study the same, and certain methods can be more helpful than others. We’ve compiled a few for those who don’t grasp onto new content quickly, so if that’s you, then stick around! Spaced Repetition This study method focuses on covering the same material over a long period of tim

Studying can sometimes feel like the most boring, painful, and tedious process ever, especially with tougher subjects. But, there’s a way to make it a little easier and a lot more rewarding. So, we’ve compiled a list of some free study websites to make your studying that much easier. Quizlet It might be a classic, but that doesn’t take anything away from it. Quizlet allows you to create flashcards and notes, and then play games to review the content. Their Learn and Test fea

It’s time to start the new year off on the right foot. The key to doing anything to the best of your ability is being in the right headspace and mindset, or in today’s terms, getting locked in. And, once you are locked in, you’ll be productive and successful. So, let’s lock in . Focus Make sure that you can be ‘in the zone.’ This means eliminating distractions like your phone and putting your device on do not disturb. Try to mitigate the amount of things that could take you a

We’ve all been there. Test day. Super confident, thinking you’re going to ace the exam. It’s all going smoothly until you get to one question. And then, you completely blank. You remember where it was on the study guide and what it was surrounded by in your notes, but you have no clue what the answer is. And while no amount of studying will make this nightmare fully unavoidable, there are a few ways you can help solve the issue if it comes up. Circle and Come Back This is pre

If you’re like any student around the world, studying is among the most borings things you can spend time doing. Yet, even though you know it will help you do better on whatever assessment you have coming up, you still put it off or skip it entirely. And that’s because you aren’t truly motivated . So, let’s get our motivation back and figure out how we can—dare I say—enjoy studying with one key thing: Incentives Part of why school in general is so boring and upsetting is beca

We can already tell that you’re probably thinking one of two things: either “why would I listen to music while studying…that’s so distracting,” or, “I already listen to music and I don’t need to change that.” And we get it, you like to study your way. But, we also have some tips that can help benefit your studying just from what you listen to for each subject. So, let’s get started. English If you’re studying for English or even just doing some homework, you’re going to want

We previously gave you some tips about studying and using active recall to your advantage, but today we’re going to hone in on one style of studying: the Study Cycle. This cycle focuses on intertwining elements of studying into daily life, rather than using just one or two strategies the night before a test. In just five steps, you’ll know how to effectively study for even the hardest assessments, so let’s get started. Preview Before you learn the material, take a glance at y

When studying, it’s important to make sure you’re actually absorbing the information you’re reviewing. Well, that’s where active recall comes in, and it’s going to make sure that you are studying efficiently and effectively. Active recall is all about doing—are you just listening in class, or are you keeping your brain active by taking notes? Are you just reading your study guide, or are you doing something to review after? Chances are, you probably aren’t fully engaging your

As this school year begins and assessments start popping up on your calendar, it’s time to start studying. And, no, reading over your notes doesn’t cut it. Instead, here are 5 study tips that will actually help you out this year. Use Your Study Guides Wisely For some quizzes and most tests, your teacher will probably give you a sheet that tells you what to study, with or without practice questions. Instead of skimming over it a few minutes before your assessment, use it to