Latest How to study effectively Podcast Episodes
151. John Dunlosky: Study Like A Champ
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - May 05, 2024 17:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday, we're welcoming giant of the "science of effective study" world, Professor John Dunlosky In today's must-listen episode, we discover: Why learning should be challenging A taxonomy for thinking about 10 popular study strategies - which work best, and for what? How to master "successive...
153. Building Your School's Study Skills Programme - Katie Holmes
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - May 02, 2024 18:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsWe're concluding our special "Teaching Learning Skills" mini-series this week with a case study on building a tutor time study skills programme. Packed with highly practical details, with today's special guest Katie Holmes. Follow Katie: @KatieEHolmes_, https://twitter.com/KatieEHolmes_ From ...
Building Your School's Study Skills Programme - Katie Holmes [FOR TEACHERS]
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - May 02, 2024 18:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsWe're concluding our special "Teaching Learning Skills" mini-series this week with a case study on building a tutor time study skills programme. Packed with highly practical details, with today's special guest Katie Holmes. Follow Katie: @KatieEHolmes_, https://twitter.com/KatieEHolmes_ From ...
152. Tom Bennett on Evidence-Based Education
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - May 01, 2024 21:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday, we're continuing our special educator-focused mini series with a chance to step back and take stock of the rise of evidence-based practice in education. Our headline guest today is founder of the researchED conference series, Tom Bennett OBE, and I'm joined towards the end of the episod...
Tom Bennett on Evidence-Based Education [FOR TEACHERS]
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - May 01, 2024 21:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday, we're continuing our special educator-focused mini series with a chance to step back and take stock of the rise of evidence-based practice in education. Our headline guest today is founder of the researchED conference series, Tom Bennett OBE, and I'm joined towards the end of the episod...
Dr Haili Hughes - mentoring scholars & effective study skills teaching [FOR TEACHERS]
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - April 30, 2024 21:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsTo kick off this week's special "for teachers" series, we're welcoming Dr Haili Hughes to talk about how to be an effective mentor to students in their study skills, and what good pedagogy for "learning to learn" should include. - Mentoring in Schools [book]: https://geni.us/haili* - Follow Ha...
151. Dr Haili Hughes - mentoring scholars & effective study skills teaching
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - April 30, 2024 21:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsTo kick off this week's special "for teachers" series, we're welcoming Dr Haili Hughes to talk about how to be an effective mentor to students in their study skills, and what good pedagogy for "learning to learn" should include. - Mentoring in Schools [book]: https://geni.us/haili* - Follow Ha...
150. Dunlosky's Student Toolbox In Action - Amarbeer Singh Gill
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - April 28, 2024 18:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday, we're welcoming Amarbeer Singh Gill, author of "Dunlosky's Strengthening The Student Toolbox In Action", to help us unpick some of less well-known (but still very useful!) strategies from John Dunlosky's famous 2013 review of the most effective study strategies. Join us to learn when (an...
149. Understanding Memory - Peps McCrea
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - April 21, 2024 16:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsWe're kicking off a new series on Memory & Learning with a deep-dive into memory fundamentals. We're guided in this fascinating and illuminating conversation by Peps McCrea award-winning teacher educator and author. Even if you're familiar with some of the basics, Peps has a wonderful way of ...
148. Flashcards For Memorising: 7 Creative Variants
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - April 14, 2024 21:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsFlashcards are a super-powerful way to learn stuff for your exams. There are 7 different variants on the core idea. Tune in today to learn about the options, and which will suit you best! Paper flashcards Smart notes (paper) Quiz apps / digital flashcards Smart notes (digitally) Audio fla...
147. Overcoming Retrieval Resistance
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - April 07, 2024 18:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsRetrieval practice is the shortcut to learning faster and remembering more, but nearly everyone under-utilises it (at least some of the time), even once you know about it and why it matters. Why? Today I'm breaking down the big 5 barriers to consistent retrieval practice that I most commonly s...
146. REWIND: Oliver Caviglioli: Visual Learning Strategies For Students
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - April 01, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsThere’s no such thing as a “visual learner”. The idea that some of us are “visual learners” and learn best through imagery is a myth, and has been widely debunked by psychologists. (See https://examstudyexpert.com/brain-science-quiz/ for this and more myths about learning and the brain!). Bu...
145. REWIND: Dr Carolina Kuepper-Tetzel (Learning Scientist) on Spaced Learning
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - March 24, 2024 16:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsCan you remember what you learned last week? How about last month? Spaced learning is an INCREDIBLY powerful strategy for getting knowledge into memory - and making it stick there. Renowned Dr Carolina Kuepper-Tetzel of the Learning Scientists project and Teaching Innovation & Learning Enhanc...
144. On Supportive Parenting & Handling Pressure, with Dr Tamara Soles
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - March 16, 2024 14:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday we have a special episode for the parents among our audience: I'm chatting to Dr Tamara Soles, child psychologist and parent herself, all about the most effective ways to support your child on their academic journey. Dr Tamara has plenty of insights for parents: on our connections with...
143. The 3 Types Of Lists Every Student Should Know (+ 4 More You Might Find Handy)
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - March 10, 2024 14:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsMaximise your productivity with these 7 brilliant list formats, each with a special job to help you get things done and stay on the straight-and-narrow! The Everything List Today's Priorities The Someday Maybe List The Tangents List Checklists Mental Resistance List Red & Green List Enjo...
142. Time Management Mastery For Students - with Dr Frank Buck
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - March 03, 2024 14:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsTune in today to discovery the secrets to staying organised, keeping on top of things even when things get busy, and saving time on things that don’t matter to spend more time on the things that do. Today's guest is Dr Frank Buck, who has a doctorate in time management in education, who has bee...
141. Where To Study: The Surprising Power of Your Environment
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - February 25, 2024 21:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday, we're diving into the surprisingly powerful choice of where to study - a decision that can boost your motivation, focus, productivity and maybe even your memory recall! Where do YOU do your best work? Mentioned today: Episode 87: Five Fun Memory Effects & How They Can Help Your Studyin...
141. Where To Study: A High-Impact Choice
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - February 25, 2024 21:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday, we're diving into the surprisingly powerful choice of where to study - a decision that can boost your motivation, focus, productivity and maybe even your memory recall! Where do YOU do your best work? Mentioned today: Episode 87: Five Fun Memory Effects & How They Can Help Your Studyin...
140. Gifted & Neurodivergent Scholars Unleashed - Dr Matthew Zakreski
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - February 19, 2024 22:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsUnlock the potential of your unique brain with Dr. Matthew Zakreski, a clinical psychologist specializing in neurodiversity and mental health. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of neurodivergent brains, exploring conditions like ADHD, autism, OCD, dyslexia, and giftedness. D...
139. Set Each Day Up For Success With This Morning Planning Habit
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - February 11, 2024 18:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsThis 5-minute daily planning / journalling habit has had a big impact on what I've achieved in the past few weeks - I think it could help you too! Focus on what matters Get motivated to make rapid progress Approach the day with a clearer, calmer mind Habits to nurture a positive mindset Tun...
138. Physical & Mental Strength - The Resilient Scholar with Derick Johnson
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - February 04, 2024 17:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsStrap in for a transformative journey with Derek Johnson, US Army veteran and personal development maestro. In this episode, Derek unveils his secrets to building resilience, overcoming adversity, and the art of turning life's tests into a triumphant comeback story. For more on Derek's life-c...
137. Motivation To Start Studying Sooner - 7 Compelling Reasons To Get Going Today
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - January 28, 2024 10:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsIn my contribution to the Motivation Series here on the Exam Study Expert podcast, I'm sharing the top 7 reasons you want to get started with your exam prep (or project work) sooner. So many put off starting till later than we intend, and find themselves at best stressed, at worst, underperform...
136. Peps McCrea: Hacking Study Motivation With Psychology
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - January 22, 2024 17:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsOur "Motivation To Study" series continues this week with an inspiring, fascinating and highly practical conversation with Peps McCrea, who has synthesised the motivation research into 5 drivers. Where does motivation come from? And crucially, what can we do to build and nurture it? Tune in t...
136. Peps McCrea: Hacking Study Motivation With The "5 Drivers"
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - January 22, 2024 17:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsOur "Motivation To Study" series continues this week with an inspiring, fascinating and highly practical conversation with Peps McCrea, who has synthesised the motivation research into 5 drivers. Where does motivation come from? And crucially, what can we do to build and nurture it? Discover ...
135. REWIND: Motivation To Study: What Really Works with Dr Erika Patall
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - January 15, 2024 11:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsTo kick off a mini-series on motivation on the Exam Study Expert podcast, we're revisiting a gem from the archives, in this conversation with leading motivation scholar Dr Erika Patall. Today, we're cutting through the endless advice you can find on the Internet and getting right to the heart o...
134. Smartphone Spring Clean - 10 Quick Tips To Tame The Tech
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - January 07, 2024 14:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsMake your phone work for you with these super-quick steps you can do right now! - REJOICE as you decrease those pesky phone-based distractions - RELISH a lasting little boost to your daily productivity - FEEL GOOD as you nurture positive life habits - REVATALISE your device function, as you ...
133. Your Word Of The Year - Setting You Up For Success
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - December 31, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday, we're looking back on the year we've all had, taking a moment to celebrate the progress we've made, and what we've achieved, as well as looking forward to next year. What's your "word of the year"? A powerful concept to guide and shape your intentions over the year to come, and help you ...
132. Holiday Season Study Tips
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - December 17, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsGot a bit of time off school / university / work for the holiday season? Might be a great chance to catch up (/ get ahead..!) on your studies. But it's not always easy to balance rest time, family time, productive time, or to manage expectations around the holiday season (your own expectations...
131. ChatGPT For Studying - Adventures in AI For Scholars
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - December 14, 2023 17:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsToday we're looking at how students can use generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Google's Bard to support their learning and revision. From speeding through your note-making to innovative ways to recruit an AI tool as a free interactive tutor or quizzing partner, there are a wealth of ways stud...
130. Unusual & Original Study Productivity Tips - From Listeners
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning - December 05, 2023 10:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★ - 13 ratingsI asked the Exam Study Expert community what their favourite productivity tips were, either their best overall tip, or one that's a little bit "weird" or unusual / original, perhaps that they came up with for themselves. Thank you to everyone who submitted tips - some really nice ideas, and I h...
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