Music and Learning: Why Is It Worth Integrating Music into the Classroom?

Posted in college, college students, education, getting better grades, high school, psychology, school, science, study skills by Stefanie Weisman

By Carol Williams

Many research studies have already shown us that music brings about a range of psychosomatic effects to our bodies. It’s proven to be helpful in dealing with chronic pain. Music also reduces blood pressure or boosts our immunity. It was inevitable that at some point it caught the eye of cognitive psychologists interested in human learning capabilities. Consequently, music emerged as a significant factor for improving the learning process among students of all ages. Here are some reasons why introducing music to the classroom is worth the effort.

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29Oct2015

Quick Tips Part 6: How to Study Actively

Posted in college, college students, education, getting better grades, grades, high school, school, study skills by Stefanie Weisman

By Stefanie Weisman

Did you know you learn better when you study actively? Next time you have a test, instead of passively reading and re-reading your textbook, try the following active study techniques:

Explain concepts in your own words, to yourself or someone else. Remember: it’s okay to talk to yourself!
Make review sheets/ Write out the main points.
Join a study group in which you and the other members test each other on the material.
Write and re-write things — like names, dates, formulas, vocabulary, and verb conjugations — from memory.
Draw out/ diagram complex concepts.
Do practice problems — and don’t look at the answers until you’re done!
Take practice tests provided by your teacher.
Think up potential test questions (and answer them).
Test yourself with flash cards, lists, etc.

For more study tips, check out The Secrets of Top Students.