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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE USING THE ELLE WOODS METHOD | THE IT GIRL DIARIES

Here is the long awaited Elle Woods Study Method by @colebabey888. This guide I've written out, is not only directed towards studying but to achieving academic excellence as a whole. I hope this helps many of you pretty pink diva's who are struggling to upkeep a positive attitude towards your academic life. 🩷 🎀 👛 👠 👑

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I object! 🩷🎀

- Object to all distractions. Boys, negativity, people who belittle you or friends that tend to have bad influences on you and that may push you in the wrong direction or off course.

Participation 🩷🎀

- Participate in class discussions and all activities that would contribute to academic excellence. Don't be afraid to be wrong. If you are wrong, this just give you an opportunity to learn more, so in fact you can never be wrong.

Never undermine yourself 🩷🎀

- Don't allow others opinions to affect your progress. Always being able to have a positive attitude can help you remain focused and on path.

Good Outfits 🩷🎀

- Look good, you feel good. If you feel good, you do good. It's not necessary to have an outfit picked out everyday, but make sure that you feel good.

Be kind to EVERYONE you meet 🩷🎀

- You never know who may be a valuable key to helping you achieve academic success. Having a good attitude towards others may give you the advantage of getting help in the future and asking for it when you need to, there may be that one person you were unkind to that wouldve added an extra percentage to your mark, but can't because you have a bad rep towards them and they aren't willing to help you.

Always have an Aesthetic study place 🩷🎀

- Having an Aesthetic study space, will have you wanting to spend more time in it. Match your stationary and books to your aesthetic, example, if your favorite aestheitic evolves around pink, get everything in pink. Employ unconventional methods if they work for you, such as using colors or study groups.

Study ahead! 🩷🎀

- Do not wait for the last minute to begin studying, this will drain you in the long run with having to cram in huge amounts of workload in a short period of time. Try and revise a topic before it's discussed in class, this way you will have an advantage and understanding of what's being discussed and could help you feel more comfortable in taking part.

Studying is important but so is Body Health! 🩷🎀

-Take care of yourself, clean yourself, do your hair, work out, get a good night's sleep and so fourth. This is why studying ahead is so important. Instead of studying a day before a test, use that day to relax and do some of your favorite things. Take warm bubble bath with a book or have a skincare day.

Priorize Energy Boost 🩷🎀

- If you're more energetic in the morning, prioritize that time for studying and if you're more energetic at night, prioritize that time for studying. Vise Versa

Celebrate BIG or SMALL 🩷🎀

- Celebrate all your winnings. Whether it be big or small, a win is a win and celebrating them will motivate you to achieve more in your future endeavors.

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this is your daily talk with @colebabey888 🩷🎀

stay tuned for @colebabey888 upcoming E-book release next week 🩷🎀

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Understanding study material 📚 Effective strategies 🤔

Here are some research-backed tips to help you navigate difficulties in understanding study material effectively 💪🏼

1️⃣ Break down complex concepts

Research suggests that breaking down complex concepts into smaller, more digestible parts can aid in understanding. Divide the material into manageable sections and focus on understanding each component before moving on to the next.

2️⃣ Engage in active learning

Active learning techniques, such as summarizing, teaching others, and practicing with flashcards, can improve understanding and retention. Engage actively with the material by explaining it to a study partner or testing yourself with practice questions.

3️⃣ Seek clarification

Don't hesitate to seek clarification from your instructors, peers, or online resources when you encounter difficulties. Research indicates that asking questions and seeking feedback can enhance understanding and fill in knowledge gaps.

4️⃣ Utilize visual aids

Visual aids, such as diagrams, charts, and graphs, can help simplify complex information and improve comprehension. Create visual representations of the material or use existing visual resources to enhance your understanding of challenging concepts.

5️⃣ Connect new material to prior knowledge

Research in cognitive psychology emphasizes the importance of connecting new information to existing knowledge for better understanding. Relate new concepts to familiar ideas or experiences to establish meaningful connections and improve retention.

6️⃣ Practice retrieval techniques

Research studies suggest that practicing retrieval techniques, such as self-testing and quizzing, can strengthen memory and understanding. Test yourself regularly on the material to reinforce learning and identify areas that require further review.

7️⃣ Collaborate with peers

Collaborative learning has been shown to enhance understanding and retention of study material. Engage in group study sessions with peers to discuss challenging concepts, share insights, and benefit from diverse perspectives.

8️⃣ Take breaks and manage stress

Take regular breaks during study sessions, practice relaxation techniques, and prioritize self-care to manage stress levels and optimize your cognitive performance. Read posts about mental and physical health to find more useful information.

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studying methods + tips⋆.ೃ࿔*:･✍🏽

LEITNER SYSTEM ; an effective way to study with flashcards

create flashcards

all ur flashcards should begin with box one or whatever box number (check the example)

for example ; in a box/pouch you'd label it ; box one cards to be reviewed everyday, box two cards to be reviewed every other day etc.

review each flashcard, quiz urself on what u recall/explain the info on each side

if u answered correctly move the card to box two and if u answered incorrectly, move the card to box one

the time frame should be dependent on the amount of time before ur quiz/test that u have to study.

marianastudiesart

some of my favorites masterposts!

they are not mine by the way.

sorry for any grammar mistakes. English it’s not my mother language

Study Tips:

time to study

guide to aesthetically pleasing notes

tips to stay focused and productive

guide to effective slides

revision

studying with depression

WORK FROM HOME ROUTINE FOR PRODUCTIVITY

The ABCDE Method: Accomplish Tasks more Efficiently

how to survive online school

How to remain productive with online classe

Tumblr Resources to Get You Through the School Year!

some free books and essays and things in no particular order:

study break ideas

how i use google drive for university

Playlists:

playlists to pass the time

more playlists

study music playlist masterpost

ambient sounds and music

asmr ambiences to study/focus along

a playlist for….

Videos:

videos that make me want to study

Important TED talks

Studying MASTERPOST (Youtube Edition)

video game study music

I want to improve my drawing

Videos of thought

study videos

Dark Academia:

Sophie’s Dark Academia Rec List

YA books but make it dark academia

Dark academia things to study…

things i would want to see if The Secret History ever became a tv series

modern songs with dark academia vibes:

Do this is u are bored:

list of things to do when you are bored ( its amazing :) )

things to do on sundays to recharge and make the upcoming week awesome

Masterposts:

masterposts of anything

The Really Big Studying Masterpost

Productivity masterpost

Challenges:

About the 100 Days of Productivity Challenge

Self care:

how to: self discipline

things you will experience if you keep doing your best

10 Female Written Short Stories Everyone Should Read

99 legal sites to download literature

Read More, Read Better

Drink Magic Masterpost

Getting Stuff Done: How to Deal With Lack of Motivation

So. You want to garden.

Graphic design:

Here is a list of the active designblrs I found

Supply Recommendations for Graphic Design Students

beginner’s adobe illustrator pt 1

more graphic design tips

the fundamental elements of graphic design

Learning Italian:

resources for learning Latin

Short Italian Vocabulary Recap

Italian Masterpost

How I got a B2 in Italian in 1.5 years

Positive vibes Vocabulary

THIS WEBSITE

more Italian resourses

Learning Italian through YouTube

Italian words list (1) (2) (3)

free resources i use to learn italian

i-seeaspaceshipinthe-sky

snakes smell with their tongue

+ bonus: Stargazing Syndrome

bizarrelittlemew

Are you frustrated you can't leave second kudos on AO3? or third kudos? or whatever-who's-counting kudos?

Well, have I got the html for you!

Plop any of these in a comment (by copy&pasting the code) to make an author's day and show your appreciation!

Second kudos: <img src="https://i.ibb.co/tHMjbb6/second-kudos.png" alt="second kudos">

Third kudos: <img src="https://i.ibb.co/52bggQH/third-kudos.png" alt="third kudos">

nth kudos: <img src="https://i.ibb.co/6y7qGtC/nth-kudos.png" alt="nth kudos">

yet another kudos: <img src="https://i.ibb.co/wKtcj0s/yet-another-kudos.png" alt="yet another kudos">

It will look something like this (and will be transparent with white outline on dark backgrounds):

Feel free to spread and use these as much as you like! (and if you have ideas for other variations, let me know ✌️)

ellebi-studies

Hi guys,

After these months of intense studying, I thought about how important it is to have an effective study plan. It helps me deal with the anxiety and keep control of the material.

Here is an explanation of how I usually make my study plan.

Tip 1: organise the material.

Before the beginning of the lessons, I look at the course outline. Then, I break the syllabus into pieces. I write a Word document making a list of all the things I have to do.

I create a sort of index of the topics, specifying the source (books, notes, slides, etc.).

It gives me an idea of what I will have to insert into my study plan without leaving anything behind.

Anyways, remember that it should be flexible. During the classes, you will necessarily have to modify the schedule.

Tip 2: look at the data of the exams.

Sometimes exam's rounds are inconvenient, so you should consider this point before scheduling your study.

Also, try to understand which subject is better to study first. For example, you should consider taking the histology exam before the anatomy one. Indeed, microscopical anatomy is required to understand the macroscopical.

Tip 3: insert some days off.

You are likely to have some setback, especially when making a long-term plan. Also, you have to remember you need to relax to be more productive.

If you do not need these days, you can take advantage of these days to make forward with your work, make up for the work you have back, or sleep a couple of hours more. Trust me: you will be grateful for these days.

Plus, always organise your plan so that you will finish some days ahead of schedule. You might use these days to study something you had left behind.

Furthermore, do not work the day before the exam. I always highlight this point in my posts: you have to arrive at the exam with certainties while rehearsing at the last minute will increase your doubts. You will unavoidably experience the "I do not know anything" feeling, which is terrible for your anxiety and will affect your performance. Whilst, use the previous day only for the last check of most irksome topics but then relax.

Tip 4: progress with your work.

When making the schedule, make yourself already forward. The first days of studying are always the hardest because you do not have the rhythm yet. Knowing that you are ahead will make you less anxious and more confident.

Tip 5: during lessons, make weekly plans.

It is not easy to make a long term daily schedule because you do not know the appointments you will have.

Also, during classes, days are different. Some days you will have 8 hours of classes, while some others only 2. Plus, some lessons are more tiring than others, but you can not know this a priori.

It is why you may consider setting weekly goals. Then, you will split your goals week by week.

Tip 6: during the exam session, do not overload your schedule

I know the exam session is a stressful period. You may feel guilty if you do not spend all your day studying. Anyhow, force yourself to take some time for yourself.

Before the pandemic, when curfew did not exist, I went out with my friends in the evening. We were not up late: we had an aperitif or a pizza. But it lifted me, and it gave me motivation for the following day. Some days I was tempted by telling them I would have stayed home, but I knew it would not have been productive.

Studying for too many hours would affect your concentration, and you will fall into grief for not having been able to work.

Tip 7: make two plans.

Make a long-term plan previously, and then make a daily schedule.

Every day is different, so you may decide you want to sleep an hour more and study a little more in the evening, or the opposite. Also, you will have to organise your work and the other activities, which may vary day by day.

I enjoy making the daily plan the evening before. In this way, I wake up having a precise idea of what I had to do.

Tip 8: if you have more subjects, create a routine.

When preparing for multiple exams, prioritise them.

Identify the moments of your day in which you are more focused. Use these moments to study for the more difficult exam you have.

For example, I am more concentrated in the morning. So I always schedule the more complex subject for the first part of the day, while I dedicate the afternoon to an easier exam.

Tip 9: colour code your plan.

I always use a different colour for every subject. It immediately gives an idea of the subjects I have to study.

(Also, it is pretty and photogenic 😇).

Tip 10: do not be scared of changing the plan.

It is hard to make a perfect schedule at the first attempt.

While studying, you will notice that you are faster than expected at some topics, while you are slower at some others. Also, you may realise you need some days more for rehearsing, or you will become aware of a better routine.

Do not be scared of making the plan again as many time as you need. Only, be careful of not forgetting some topics while making the new schedule.

These are my hints for making an effective plan. Let me know if you have some more tips! I hope you enjoyed the post 😘

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31-03-22

the forgetting curve + why spaced repetition is super important

although cramming before exams seems tempting, it doesn't actually help you learn. here's some information about the forgetting curve, and how you can use it to your advantage. check out my blog for the full article!

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the Abed Study Method!!

pick a character from a show who is a) in school or b) a study nerd

you are now playing this character! go get into costuming, and hair and (optional) makeup!

set up your computer, books, we have to make this look realistic, remember

okay, now ACTION! film/timelapse yourself studying, for about 20 minute periods (we do need to get this scene right, but the other actors and crew need to have a rest for a bit!)

dubbed the abed study method after abed nadir from community, who does boring computer work by pretending hes a character from a movie in a montage

frogs-and-oscar-brainrot

ONLINE THINGS THAT HELP ME ON UNIVERSITY, because someone may need it

resoomer.com –> summarizes the text (you can set your native language)

wordcount.com –> counts words in document

speechinminutes.com –> counts how long it will take to read the prepared text (you can also set whether you speak slowly, quickly or normally)

essaytopicgenerator.com –> generates the topic of the essay based on keywords (the field or type of essay can also be included)

researchgate.net –> free texts that can be referred to in the essay

academia.edu –> free texts that can be referred to in the essay

Google Drive / Microsoft OneDrive and Office365 –> free cloud with tools to make slides, documents etc.

sites.google.com –> make free, simple website without any skills

carrd.co –> make free, simple and pretty website without any skills (max. 100 elements)

Online converters –> change file type to different file type

icons8.com –> free icons (for slides, sites etc.)

remove.bg –> remove background from photo

loader.to –> download YouTube video or playlist as video or sound files

forms.google.com –> make simple form/poll/quiz/etc.

quizlet.com –> make flashcards and test yourself (some things are only in pro version now)

Streaming services –> documentary films, educational podcasts etc.

artsandculture.google.com –> explore art, online museum tours etc.

plantsnap.com –> recognizes plants and mushrooms

ecosia.org –> web browser, but they plant trees when you use it

tunemymusic.com –> transfers music playlist (or text song list) to another service

shazam.com –> recognizes songs

slidesgo.com –> slides templates

Darkling Dark Mode –> dark mode for Google Chrome

Darkling Dark Mode –> dark mode for Microsoft Edge

thesaurus.com –> finds synonyms (you can easily find similar websites in your native language)

Apple reminders, google calendar etc. –> help organize

Online libraries –> free books

html-online.com –> write html, css and javascript online

supercook.com –> shows recipes with things you have at home

edx.org –> free courses

academicearth.org –> free courses

peachblossomstudy

// tips for being an a* student

by @peachblossomstudy

hbios

academes

selfhelpforstudents

1. Organize your study space

Organizing your study space is really important. Avoid starting to study before that because getting up to get things you don’t have at hand will distract you. I have my own “desk organization list”. Laptop, iPad, Apple Pencil, earphones, water, fruits, my pencil case, my folders, paper, etc.

2. Make a plan and get control of your calendar

Make a "to do list" and plan everything out. When exactly are your exams? How many days do you want to study for each subject? Which subject needs more time? Etc., etc.

3. Mistakes are good

When studying we do make mistakes sometimes. I hate it. You hate it. Yes, it’s awful. But they are GOOD. You learn from them. A short anecdote of my life: If I didn’t make the mistake of dating a complete idiot, I probably would not have learned that bad boys really aren’t that great haha.

4. Find examples

To really understand something, you should find examples. E. g. if you are learning about some kind of criminal law, look up cases. If you are studying about the business cycle, look up examples of different countries. Is the US in a boom? Or a depression? Has it been in a depression before? What was that like?

5. Test yourself

Quizz yourself. This is the most important thing when studying something by heart or learning a language. Get your flashcards out of your pocket! And quizz yourself every single day!

6. Take regular breaks and sleep for 8 hours

I know, studying is important. But what is even more important is your health. Don’t drain yourself. You got this. Don’t worry! Take a short break after 25 minutes every time. Just a short one. Allow yourself to breath and close your eyes. Your brain needs sleep and breaks to function!

7. Study before going to sleep

A numerous amount of studies have found out that the brain processes a lot of things while sleeping. This can be very beneficial to us! Study for a few minutes before going to bed or revise what you have studied that day. It will help you remember it better.

8. Eat good foods

I know you don’t want to hear this… A pizza is quite nice. But is it good for you? Probably not. Food is fuel. But we need good fuel to function properly. Eat nutritious foods and be good to your body. It really needs a healthy diet to maintain your health and stay happy. Also: Your brain needs calories. Don’t starve yourself. Aaaand, remember to drink enough water. I recommend watching “The Game Changers” on Netflix.

9. Exercise

Working out can be extremely beneficial to you. Not just for your physical strength but also for your mental health and productivity, studies have found. Going for a run or going to the gym can increase your overall well-being! So let’s go! I’m getting ripped tonight, RIP that… umm sorry.

10. Be kind to yourself

Last but not least, please be kind to yourself. Don’t beat yourself up. Everything is going to be fine. You are not alone. You are loved. You are worthy. Please remember that! I love you.

Feel free to join my #selfhelpforstudents100Days challenge (aka me doing the 100 Days of Productivity Challenge and motivating y'all haha).

Also feel free to join our study/mental health server on Discord. We’re doing self help “group therapy” calls, studying together and much more. We’re stronger together!

We are currently working on a website to help students with studying and mental health issues. My post about it.

Love, Sophia