Benjamin Locke

Let’s be honest — reading textbooks can feel like a chore. You flip page after page, only to find the information hasn’t really stuck. If you’ve ever re-read a paragraph multiple times and still couldn’t remember what it said, you’re in good company. The good news? There’s a better way. Enter the SQ3R method — Read More

When it comes to effective studying, not all methods are created equal. You can read a textbook for hours or highlight every sentence, but if you’re not engaging your brain in the right way, much of that effort won’t stick. Two of the most commonly used approaches to studying are active recall and passive review, Read More

Ever scribbled notes during class only to ignore them later? You’re not alone. Taking effective study notes is one of the most underrated skills in learning, yet it can drastically improve how well you understand and retain information. Done right, study notes become an active learning tool—boosting focus, clarity, and long-term recall. Whether you’re a Read More

Let’s be honest—most of us have pulled a late-night study session at some point. Maybe it was before an important exam or a tight coursework deadline. The thinking goes: more time awake equals more time to cram. But what if the opposite is true? What if the most powerful learning boost isn’t another hour of Read More

Sticking to study goals over time can feel like running a marathon without a finish line in sight. It’s one thing to set academic goals, but it’s another challenge entirely to follow through consistently. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning a new language, or mastering a complex topic, the ability to sustain motivation and discipline Read More

We’ve all been there: books open, highlighters ready, but the motivation? Nowhere to be found. Whether it’s a looming exam or just another regular study day, feeling zero motivation to study is a surprisingly common struggle. So what do you do when your brain just says, “Not today”? Let’s unpack practical, science-backed, and student-approved ways Read More

Whether you’re cramming for an exam or trying to finish a paper, you’ve likely asked yourself: Should I listen to music while I study? For many, background music is a go-to study companion. But does it actually help, or is it just a distraction disguised as motivation? The answer isn’t black and white. The effect Read More