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The Ultimate

Study Method

Index

02 Study context

The importance of

study breaks

The ultimate study

method

3.1 Why take breaks?

2.1 Why is context important?

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Why use a study method? Pag.

2.2 Psychological context

2.3 Organizational context

2.4 Physical Environment

3.2 The Pomodoro Technique

Take breaks after checking

off a task

1.1 Why is a study method useful?

1.2 How this ebook was written

05 Final Tips

06 Study with Docsity

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We’ll cover topics like skim reading techniques , underlining and schematizing strategies, how to set objectives and priorities , as well as how online resources can help you improve your studying.

Let’s get started! _To view the characteristics of the graduates and students who took part in our survey, check out the infographic in the appendix._*

To make sure this ebook provides you with the best study tips, we asked 1,350 students to tell us about their study methods. We then compared their answers with those of 130 students that graduated with honors , which we took as a reference model to identify the perfect study method *****. Interesting similarities and differences emerged, which we’ll analyze in the following chapters.

A question of method

1.2 How this ebook was written

You’ll find practical, ready-to-use tips that you can apply right away in your study time.

While reading this ebook, look out for the blue boxes.

A tried and tested set up and study context allows you to maximize your efforts and optimize your time. That’s why is so important to find yours and try to stick to it.

Study context

chapter 02

2.1 Why is context important?

The environment in which you study is one of the key elements for success. Both graduates and students stated it’s something they care about.

Survey question: Is the environment in which you study

important to you?

STUDENTS GRADUATES Yes, I usually study in a specific environment (in my room, in the library, etc.)

No, the environment doesn’t matter

73%

63%

27%

37%

There are 3 types of context: psychological context, organizational context and physical environment. Let’s take a closer look to each one of them.

Try to set up your space in a corner at a small table or reserve a study room if you can. Use ear plugs. Choose a light and airy area.

Make sure you have everything close at hand (paper, highlighters, books, water, etc.) to limit time wasting. Avoid background noises (TV, chatting) and distractions (Whatsapp, Instagram, Snapchat, etc.) Choose a comfortable and calm place.

If you study in the library or other public places:

If you study at home:

Study context

Breaks are just as important as study sessions. They will help you maintain concentration. Both graduates and students said they usually take a few breaks throughout their study sessions.

While studying, your attention span doesn’t remain constant : your ability to focus decreases over time, resulting in productivity drops after the first 20-30 minutes.

This effect is represented by the attention curve.

The importance

of study breaks

chapter 03

Survey question: Do you take breaks while studying?

STUDENTS

GRADUATES

Yes, every 2-3h No

50%

74% 24%

20% 5%

Yes, every 30 min

21% 5% Yes, when I complete a task

1%

3.1 Why take breaks?

An alternative strategy recommended by the Docsity Education Team is taking breaks once you check off a task. Choose a task that you want to complete (e.g. read chapter 2) and take a 10- minute break only when you have completed the task.

The importance of study breaks

3.3 Take breaks after checking off a task

Having an effective study method is necessary if you want to get the best results. You can either reuse the same method or switch it up for each of your exam subjects. The important thing is to follow a strategy.

The most efficient study method results in comprehension and a deeper memorization of the subject.

The ultimate study

method

chapter 04

Survey question: Do you have your own study method?

STUDENTS

GRADUATES

Yes, I have one method for any subject

34% 36%

49%

Yes, I have different methods depending on the subject

30% No, I don’t have a study method

49%^ 2%

Survey question: What’s your study method?

STUDENTS

Read > Underline/highlight

Map out > Repeat

46% (^) 10%

Read > Underline/highli ght > Repeat

28%

Read > Map out

9% (^) 7%

GRADUATES 32% 25% 23% 9% 11% Read > Map out > Repeat

other

Underlining has the goal of filtering the text and highlighting the most relevant parts. It is crucial because it allows you to speed up your reading and therefore enables you to focus on the most important concepts and filter out useless information.

The ultimate study method

2nd STEP: UNDERLINE

Skim reading

(if you are studying at the last minute or cramming)

Read quickly trying to get a general understanding of the paragraph and without focusing on the meaning of every single word. Avoid repeating out loud. Use a pen or pencil as a “pointer”.

Use different colors depending on the type of information given in the text. Focus only on what matters : if you underline the entire page, you will miss the benefits of this important step.

Organize and map out the concepts you underlined. To do so, we recommend two different ways: keywords or diagrams.

3rd STEP: MAPPING

In the case of oligopoly, there are more than two firms operating in the market whose products have exclusive characteristics (and therefore they set the price and influence it significantly) or through legal or illegal agreements or government policies.

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Oligopoly

Keywords

Give every paragraph a title. Write a keyword in the book , next to the paragraph (see the example below). Use them to speed up your review sessions or when you’re looking for a specific topic.

Diagrams

Make a diagram using the keywords (see the example below). Summarize the main concepts in a clear, comprehensive way. Give them a hierarchical or sequential order.

Example:

Example:

Perfect competition Only theoretical, doesn’t exist in reality

Market prices are influenced by stakeholders in 3 ways

Monopsony Price is set by demand

Monopoly Single firm influences product price

Oligopoly Few firms influence price through market agreements

When preparing for finals do not underestimate the value of a healthy diet : if your brain isn’t given the right fuel, it cannot give you the concentration you need. Choose foods rich in nutrients to give your body enough energy!

Final tips

chapter 05

5.1 Alimentation

Study! Don’t waste time worrying if you have studied enough! Breath deeply and relax. Take 10 minutes before the exam to calm down and concentrate your mind.

5.2 How to overcome exam anxiety

BEFORE

Are you having a mental block and you fear that you won’t remember anything from your preparation? Put it this way: however important an exam might seem, it’s not the end of the world if you fail it. Face it with determination and a hopeful perspective, this will help you calm your nerves and be more focused.

DURING

Our world is evolving quickly and so are study methods. Thanks to the internet, we can become educated on anything we’re curious about or any subject we want to study.

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chapter 06

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