A Better Way to Study
There are many ways to study effectively, and different strategies work for different people. Studying effectively allows college students to gain new knowledge efficiently. This process is called neuroplasticity. According to the Neuroplasticity video, neuroplasticity is the ability of the brain to rewire. The brain can and does change throughout our lives. Another video called Growing your mind, explains how the brain is like plastic, and it is adaptable. The brain is a muscle, which develops and stretches more as it goes through struggle or critical thinking. When the word neuroplasticity is broken down, neuro means the nervous system, and plasticity means flexible. Neuro and plasticity together mean a flexible brain. When humans choose a new task, the brain forms new connections and weakens the old pathway. Every time humans think about something, the brain is being built. New activities generate new connections. Knowledge can be developed through exercise, just like a muscle, although the development is constructed when a human goes through struggles and challenges. The influence of environments over the brain plays an essential role in how the brain develops. The differences between the mind of the animal in a bear cage versus the brain of an animal that is continuously challenged, demonstrate a significant difference. The best way to study is by challenges, struggles, and attempts to improve studying habits.
The three studying techniques that are the most effective for high school and college students are by creating a Quizlet, reviewing the study guide, and planning. Creating a Quizlet, or just writing down questions and answers on a notecard will help students’ studying skills. This technique allows students to test themselves. The constant practice trains the students and their brains to gain knowledge. Quizlet has so many options for students to do. For example, it contains the review section where students can see the questions on one side, and see the answers on the back by flipping it. Another tool it has is the test section, and this tool will make sure the students get everything right. It will keep bringing up the questions students missed and take away the ones they get correct. This allows the students to practice and focuses on what they should work on. In most classes, the professor or the instructor will provide study guides for the students. These study guides are one of the essential tools for any students to use when it comes to studying. The instructor makes these study guides helpful because the questions they provide are usually the ones to prepare students for the exams. This can be done by studying alone, with a partner, or groups can all be helpful. Different studying techniques work for different people. Lastly, most students tend to struggle planning, and they always end up procrastinating. They seem to crumble up, and this causes students to forget what they learn quickly. There are solutions to this issue, such as keeping a planner. The most effective way is by continuing to keep a planner. A planner will help students stay on schedule and do what they are supposed to do. It is also beneficial because it is a reminder, so the students do not fall behind the due dates. These are just some of a few ways to study better. Everyone has their techniques and strategies, and it may take time for everyone to find out what they work for.
Works Cited
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https://thebestbrainpossible.com/neuroplasticity-brain-changes-baby
Paff, Lolita. Questioning the Two Hour Rules for Studying. Faculty Focus. 28, Aug. 2017, https://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/teaching-and-learning/questioning-two-hour-rule-studying/
“Growing Your Mind.” Youtube, uploaded by Khan Academy, 19 Aug. 2014, www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=WtKJrB5rOKs&feature=emb_logo.
“Neuroplasticity.” Youtube, uploaded by Sentis, 6 Nov. 2012, www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELpfYCZa87g&feature=emb_logo.
https://www.samford.edu/departments/academic-success-center/how-to-study