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We’re finally to the end of our time together here on Crash Course Study Skills, so this week we’re taking a more holistic approach to becoming the best learner you can be. Part of taking care of your brain is taking care of your whole body, of which your brain is a part. We’re wrapping…

Writing research papers is an essential skill in your career as a student, and this week we’re going to help you do that like a pro. From figuring out where to begin, to finding the best systems, to breaking out of the “research recursion system” (maybe just figuring out what that means), we’ve got you…

Exams can be terrifying. It’s easy to feel like the weight of the world rests in these moments – like this one test determines your grades and, in turn, your whole future – even if you know, rationally, that this isn’t really the case. What’s worse is that this fear and anxiety can make you…

It turns out that saving all of your studying until after midnight on the night before your big exam is not actually a great way to prepare. Today, Thomas explains some test prep strategies that actually work. Resources: Koofers test bank: https://www.koofers.com/testbank Context-dependent memory study: http://www.niu.edu/user/tj0dgw1/classes/411/GoddenBaddeley1975.pdf How to make great flashcards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzCEJVtED0U The Corson Technique:…

You’re on YouTube right now, but you should probably be studying or writing that research paper. But as long as you’re here, we’re going to help you figure out how to get the better of your desire to procrastinate in the future. Just don’t forget about us when you fully master your procrastination, OK? Resources:…

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to get distracted while studying – even when you know you really don’t have time for Facebook, Snapchat, Cookie Clicker, or whatever else is calling you? This week we’re going to help you get a better handle on your focus and concentration and how to improve those…

The best way to make sure you’re making the most of the time you have is to start off well organized. This week we’re talking about planning and organizational systems and how to set yourself up for success. Resources: Planning Mode vs. Robot Mode: https://collegeinfogeek.com/procrastination-eliminate-choices/ Todoist: https://todoist.com/ Microsoft To-Do: https://todo.microsoft.com/ Trello: https://www.trello.com Any.do: https://www.any.do/ Bullet…

An essential part of learning and studying is remembering things, so this week Thomas explains some of how your memory works so that you can spend less time working against your memory’s limitations and more time playing to its real strengths. Resources: How We Make Memories: Crash Course Psychology #13 The Magical Mystery Four: How…

Leaving the bookstore at the beginning of the semester you’re probably wondering how the heck you’re going to get through all of that reading. Today we’re explaining how much of that reading you really need to do and the best strategies for making your way through it. Resources: Cal Newport – How to Become a…

The first step in honing your new study skills is to take better notes. This week Thomas will tell you everything you need to know to come to class prepared and find a note-taking system that will help you retain and review like a champ. Resources: Study on computer vs. paper note-taking: http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/0956797614524581 Evernote: https://evernote.com/…

Welcome to Crash Course Study Skills! Over the next 10 episodes, Thomas Frank is going to help you learn to be a better student. We’ll go over study tips, note-taking, getting organized, and so much more! Thomas around the web: Home http://www.youtube.com/ThomasFrank