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.

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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.

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"Say goodbye to the time crunch! This video provides practical time management tips and strategies to help teens bring better balance to their lives. It is possible to achieve academic and extracurricular goals while staying well rounded—let this video guide the way." (Common Sense Media)

"Good study skills matter now more than ever, and science points to ones that really work."

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.