3 tips on how to study effectively
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A 2006 study took a class of surgical residents and split them into two groups. Each received the same study materials, but one group was told to use specific study methods. When tested a month later, this group performed significantly better than the other residents. So, what were these methods? Explore how the brain learns and stores information and how to apply this to your study habits.
Why is self-quizzing a more effective study strategy than rereading texts? Explain how the brain responds to each technique.
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