Denisse Signoret

hi everyone! a while ago @sophie-is-a-mess asked for a masterpost on this and i got bored today so i made this, tho it was originally intended to be an infographic but that didn’t turn out well lol oop

characteristics

prefer to see information and visualise the relationship between ideas

fast talkers

impatient and tend to interrupt

learn by seeing charts and diagrams

need quiet study time

take detailed notes

may think in pictures

use words that evoke visual images

like to sit at the front of the class

tips

use visually pleasing materials

draw or outline information, take notes and make lists

colour-code, highlight, circle and underline words in notes

make flashcards

make diagrams and charts of sentences 

make mind maps

paint mental pictures

copy what’s on the board in class

characteristics

prefer to hear information rather than reading it or havig it displayed visually

speak slowly

natural listeners

explain things well

tend to repeat things aloud

think linearly

read slowly

tips

use word association to remember facts and lines

read your textbook/notes aloud

repeat facts with eyes closed

record notes after writing them and listen to them often, e.g. on the way to/from school

make connections between points, e.g. using mind maps

teach the information to someone else

use the feynman method

record lectures

watch videos

participate in group discussions

characteristics

hands-on, experiential learners; they learn best by doing

slowest talkers

make slow decisions

learn by doing and solving real-life problems

like hands-on approaches

cannot sit still for long without getting fidgety

take breaks while studying

short attention spans

learn through trial and error

use all their senses to engage in learning

tips

study in short blocks (e.g. pomodoro method)

try to explain points 

use memory games and flashcards stand up and move around to demonstrate or explain certain points (i.e. role-playing)write things down to memorise them

take lab classes

go on field trips

join study groups

characteristics

interacting with text is more powerful for them than hearing or seeing images

prefer for information to be displayed in writing

emphasize text-based input and output

enjoy reading and writing in all forms

tips

read the book often

research online

write lists of key words

use the feynman method

read or rewrite notes repeatedly (when rewriting, put them in your own words every time)

write, on a blank sheet, everything that you can remember about a certain topic, and then use your textbook/notes to see what you missed and pinpoint the gaps in your knowledge

write ideas and principles in your own words

put diagrams, graphs, flowcharts, reactions, actions, etc. into words/statements

sources

http://lyceumbooks.com/pdf/howtoteacheffectively_typesoflearners.pdf

http://highlightcrs.tumblr.com/post/144553463988/source

https://blog.prezi.com/the-four-different-types-of-learners-and-what-they-mean-to-your-presentations-infographic/

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   Make essays easy: 17 basic study tips for university

{Found this great little article on the Independent’s website today and thought I’d share with you guys. I hope it provides some basic pointers ^_^}

Take good lecture notes

It may sound a bit obvious but if you take down good notes it will save you a lot of time come revision time. Make sure you start a new page for every lecture, keep any hand-outs in a folder and don’t bother taking down entire sentences – key words and concepts are all you need. When you get home, expand on the notes you’ve taken, this way you’ll revisit the lecture for a second time.

Gather all your notes in one space

A lot of timewasting occurs when you’re busy sourcing the material you need to study. Keep everything organised together in one space, so when you do quickly need to see that sheet from last term again, you don’t waste hours trying to find it.

Make it visual

Many students are visual learners which means just reading something over and over again isn’t going to cut it. Visual learners need sights, images and visual concepts to make things stick. Organising your material into charts, maps and diagrams.

Vary the way you study

Not everyone is a visual learner, there are plenty of other study methods out there that may be more suitable to you. You might be someone that learns by doing things; in that case record yourself reading out your notes and listen to it over again. If you’re someone who remembers song lyrics easily, check to see if there are relevant podcasts available of your course.

Get somebody to test you

Asking someone to test you is a productive break from the dreary monotonous studying routine. This will also allow you to see where you’re strengths lie and what sections you need to re-visit. Also, knowing that in an hour your housemate is coming down to test you may spur you on when you’re studying.

Group study

Forming a study group will make you feel less alone when you’re studying. Make sure everyone in the group is on the same page; braggers, slackers, and super-stressed people won’t make you feel any better.

Find old exam papers

Using a past paper, undertake a mock exam under exam conditions. This will help you practice writing under time constraints. Past papers will help you get an idea of the topics and questions that are likely to come up and reduce any nasty surprises on exam day.

Don’t study in bed

Your bed is for sleeping and watching repeats of Come Dine With Me – your brain won’t be switched to knowledge in-take gear if you study under your duvet.

Take breaks

Break up your revision schedule with short breaks. A good study break consists of an activity that allows you to take your studying. Don’t go on Facebook or watch the Hollyoaks Omnibus, or any other activity that will suck you in a procrastination warp though – keep it short.

Reward yourself

It can’t be all about study, study, study. If you have achieved a study goal, or mastered a particular tricky bit of material – do reward yourself with something you like doing.  Quick game of Fifa, a new coat of nail polish or a chat with a mate.

Change up what you’re studying

Don’t stick to one topic; instead study a bunch of different material in one sitting. This technique will make sure your brain doesn’t go into auto-pilot.

Learn the general concepts first

Don’t worry about learning the details until you have gotten the hang of the main ideas. If you don’t actually understand what you’re studying, it doesn’t stick.

Explain it to a five-year-old

Ask a friend to pretend they’re five years old (bear with us here…) and try to explain what you are studying to them. This means you are going to have to simplify what you are learning and break it down, which will ultimately help you out too.

Avoid cramming, but revisit your notes before an exam

We all know cramming is a no-go. You stress yourself out and the material quickly exits your brain. However, calmly revisiting key notes and flash cards will allow you to feel prepared. Everything will be fresh in your mind when you take the exam.

Feed your brain with water, sleep and healthy foods

Don’t let a diet of energy drinks, chocolate bars and sugary tea ruin all that hard work you’ve done. You want your brain to be in optimal condition for all that information to sink in. Stay hydrated and don’t let your body crash. Keep your blood sugar up with healthy snacks like nuts, raisins, bananas and slow releasing energy foods like oats and apples.

Find your perfect ‘study time’

Some people are ready to go from the movement they wake up, whilst others remember the most at around 3am in a silent library. Experiment with different times so you can figure out what suits you.

Lastly, stay positive