VKA Study Tip’s

Study Stress

Do you become stressed easily when you are trying to study?

If you do, your most likely using study techniques that are not your preference. Most people use the study techniques they were taught in school. If this style of learning does not work for you, you will want to change the way you study which could result in instant improvements.

Which learning preference you possess?

(VKA) Learning styles, quick test; answer the following 3 questions:

When I need directions to somewhere I usually:                          

1. Look at a map

2. Ask for directions

3. Follow my nose and maybe use a compass

When I’m cooking a new dish, I would:                                             

1. Follow a written recipe

2. Call a friend for an explanation

3. Give it a go, testing as I cook

If I am teaching someone something new, I will:                                             

1. Write down instructions

2. Give them a verbal explanation

3. Show them first and then let them have a go

• If you picked mainly 1’s you are Visual                                                              
• If you picked mainly 2’s you are Auditory
• If you picked mainly 3’s you are Kinesthetic   

Audio – Study Tips      

•  Explain the topic you are trying to learn to a friend
• Read explanations and important facts out loud
• Make up songs (Daft and crazy songs work best) to the study topic
• Record and listen to lectures and sessions
• When learning new information, discuss the topic and answers out loud
• Say words in syllables
• Make up and repeat rhymes to remember information
• Join a study groups/book clubs
• Write sequences out in sentence form and then read them out loud

Use audio CDs etc

Kinesthetic – Study Tips

• Hold the book in your hand while reading rather the on a table
• Write notes while you are reading or talking
• Sit near the front of the classroom to keep focused
• Use a computer to reinforce learning by using the sense of touch
• Write lists repeatedly
• Use practical experience when possible
• Stand up when giving explanations
• Use rhythm and beats to memorize or explain information
• Use gestures when giving explanations
• Make models
• Make and use flashcards (keep them in order)
•  Use role-playing Associate feelings with information

Visual – Study Tips

• Take notes while listening to lectures and sessions
• Use colour-coded highlighting
• Create charts and diagrams that demonstrate key points
• View any photographs or diagrams in your textbook
• Use visual metaphors to associate information
• Write explanations down
• Make and use flashcards
• Use illustrations
• Use visual analogies to associate information
• Watch videos/programmes specific to the course you are studying
• Use guided imagery