in every subject area, memorization is very important, and it gets really difficult to keep track of everything you have to remember. here are some tips and tricks i use for memorization.
write it down.
write, rewrite, and write again. this is probably the best memorization tip i have for math. this tip is also very helpful if you’re cramming for a test, which (although i don’t recommend) happens to all of us at some point. i often write the same formula 20-30 times if i’m really having trouble with it. it also helps you remember if you really understand what you’re doing, so write an explanation of how it actually works. for example, for finding the area of a triangle you could say “you find the area of a rectangle and divide by 2 because a two triangles make a rectangle.” that’s a simple example but hopefully it makes sense :)
summary foldables
i adapted this method from the wonderful @studyign. basically, it’s the same idea as flashcards, except you use a sheet of paper. it’s explained perfectly here.
mind maps
i LOVE mind maps. they are definitely one of the best ways to remember and understand information, especially in subjects like history. i recommend searching some good pictures of mind maps on tumblr, they’re everywhere. this is also a really great video on mind maps.
repetition
this goes back to the idea in tip #1. repetition is hands down the best way to remember something. in all my classes, i actually copy down my notes about 4 times: first, i take notes from the textbook before the lecture. then, i take lecture notes. these are usually pretty messy, because i just focus on getting down the information. after the lecture, i combine my lecture notes and my textbook notes into a detailed (and pretty!) outline. lastly, i study by using things like mind maps and foldables. by the end of it, you’ll know the information so well you’ll basically become the textbook :)
mnemonic devices
mnemonic devices are super helpful- and fun! i used them a ton in bio last year to memorize things like the taxonomic groups (keep pond clean or froggy gets sick –> kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus species). i use them for vocab too: i’ll make up a story for each word. hint: the sillier, the better! your brain tends to remember weird + unordinary things than normal everyday things. for example, to remember the word “repercussions” it would be harder with the sentence “there would be serious repercussions” than with “she broke the snare drum, so she knew there would be serious repercussions.” (shoutout to all my music nerds who get the joke :p)
sleeeeeeep + take care of yourself
i know this is hard for a lot of us busy students, but i guarantee you will do SO much better academically if physically and mentally you are 100%. remember, health above studying.
sareena’s video on memorization
cool website for mind mapping!
fast and easy memorization
example of cute flashcards
example of mindmap + flashcards (looooove this one)
and that’s it! these were just a few things that i think are really useful. i hope they helped you in some way!
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