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Techniques backed by learning research, for matric, intermediate and university students.
After studying a topic, close the book and write down everything you remember, then check. Recalling information from memory builds stronger, longer-lasting learning than reading the same page again.
Source: Nature Reviews Psychology ↗
Return to a chapter after one day, then after a week, then after a month. Short reviews spread over time beat one long cramming session the night before.
Source: Nature Reviews Psychology ↗
In the last weeks before board exams, solve full past papers in the real time limit. Mark them honestly and keep a list of the mistakes you repeat.
Source: BISE Lahore ↗
Work for 30–45 minutes with your phone in another room, then take a 5–10 minute break. One hour of real focus is worth more than three distracted ones.
SaeedEdu tipA healthy routine is part of exam preparation. Guidance from the WHO and CDC.
Teenagers aged 13–18 need 8 to 10 hours of sleep a night. Good sleep helps memory, focus and mood, so an all-night study session usually does more harm than good.
Source: CDC ↗
Children and teenagers aged 5–17 should get an average of at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity daily: a brisk walk, cycling, sport or play all count.
Source: World Health Organization ↗
WHO recommends at least five portions (400 g) of fruit and vegetables a day. Build them into a proper breakfast rather than skipping it before school or an exam.
Source: World Health Organization ↗
Keep a water bottle on your study desk. Soft drinks and energy drinks add a lot of sugar; WHO advises keeping free sugars below 10% of daily energy.
Source: World Health Organization ↗Photos: Unsplash and SaeedEdu.