Small changes to test prep — and the day of the big test — can reap huge rewards. Learn about these brain-friendly strategies that work.

Cognitive science — the study of thought, learning and mental organization — tells us a lot about getting students primed to succeed on tests.

This resource outlines some practices that can help as you approach tests — and even on the day of the test:
1. Use retrieval to lock learning in long-term.
2. Mix up question types with interleaving.
3. Instead of cramming, space out practice.
4. Happiness is powerful.
5. Time of day matters.
6. Soak up the sun.
7. Breaks are essential.
8. Get up and move, move, move.

Do you have students who struggle to prepare for exams? suffer from test anxiety? need some new tips?
This resource has everything you need to run an exam preparation and study skill "crash course". Included in this resource are a teacher powerpoint, student study guide booklet (that pairs with the powerpoint), a parent newsletter (supporting your child during exam time), and additional information on overcoming test anxiety.

"In need of study tips, school skills, or college application support? Gohar Khan has your teen covered—often in 60 seconds or less! His videos guide students through school skills such as mastering the art of the essay, completing homework efficiently, and improving memorization skills. Gohar uses his own experiences, a relatable tone, and relevant materials to connect with and engage his audience." (Common Sense Media)

This document will provide students with their strengths and suggest ways to learn and consolidate their learning based on their multiple intelligences.

This is a collection of resources to be used for the purpose of strengthening students' organizational skills to help them take more ownership of their own learning. We have included possible resources for tracking assignment submission, study skills, and goal-setting.

This free guide from RetrievalPractice.org will help you understand retrieval practice and how to get the most out of it.

Just a few strategies include:
- Clickers or Colored Index Cards
- Bell Work or Exit Tickets
- Page Protectors with Dry Erase Markers

The package also offers a handy "RETRIEVAL PRACTICE IMPLEMENTATION CHECKLIST".

Student self reflection of learning skills under 'character' on Sunwest 21CC rubric.
Students will use the inventory to self assess their skills in:
- time management
- self regulation
- organization
- study skills & test anxiety
Assessment can be used to guide goal setting and explicit teaching of skills.

Strategies for Academic Success accompanies the online first-year University of Saskatchewan Arts and Science course by the same name. The textbook has a reader-friendly format arranged to help you develop the essential skills and provide the information you need to succeed in university.

This is a series of toolkits for older students.

The toolkits allow students to explore a topic, watch videos on the content, and apply what they learn.

Topics include:
Interacting with profs, library skills, managing your time, preparing for exams, presentation skills, reading textbooks, taking notes, thinking critically, working in groups, and writing.

What can students do to make learning really stick?

Cognitive science tells us it's NOT to re-read our notes or textbook.

Instead, practice "retrieval" -- recalling what we've learned out of our brains, not our books.

This post outlines 10 simple tips and strategies you can use in class to make learning long-term, including:
1. Brain dumps
2. Two things
3. Retrieve taking (instead of note taking)
4. Student-produced quizzes
5. Guided conversation
6. Now, then, and way back
7. Self testing
8. Recall information visually
9. Retrieval mapping
10. White board exit ticket

Our primary goal in writing University Success is to help you succeed in university. This is a how-to manual for your first year of study.

Have you been trying to get something done all day? Can't seem to manage to?

This little tool helps you understand the exact reason behind your procrastination, and helps you fix it right away.