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[emmastudies]

Free Accountability Journal

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Check back in each day for a new free item! Hopefully they're all useful and a fun way to end the year 🥰🎁

[bookandslugclub]

a reminder for fellow students to be realistic about their productivity. real life will get in the way - trains get delayed, books will be on loan, classes are rescheduled. take a deep breath and problem-solve. adapting to the situation is not failure, but we are setting ourselves up for failure if we leave no room for it. 

[yellowtonin]

Spent some quality time with my bujo after midterms on Thursday! I like to backlog days I missed bujoing so I can go back and remember what I did each day. Anyone else do the same?

insta // stickers from my shop

[thescholarlysquad]

[note:] in case y’all don’t know already, this is @scholarlysquad - i can no longer access my previous account due to some problems with my email account, and therefore i’ve had to move to this account!!! if, by chance, you were following me there, please unfollow that blog ^ and follow me here instead since that blog will be inactive from now on!

hey everyone, recently i’ve discovered a lot of new and interesting methods of taking notes and so i decided to compile them all into this masterpost and share them. hope this helps!

+ general note taking advice

use notability [app - my absolute favourite!]

using notes to study

some note-taking tips

+more note-taking tips

huuuge guide to note-taking

fastest way to take notes [video]

taking notes from different sources

huuuge list of various effective note-taking systems

+ the cornell method

layout

printables

downloadable template

how to take notes this way [video]

how to take advanced cornell notes [video]

cornell method pdf generator

template for ms word + how to use it [if u feel more comfy using ms word for note-taking]

+ outline method

introduction [how to use, advantages/disadvantages]

colour-coded outline method notes

format/layout + how to study this way

how and when to use them + how they help [video]

evernote [app + website - the best for this method imo]

+ flashcards

quizlet [app also available on ios and android]

flashcards+ [ios app]

how to make + study with them

making + organising flashcards

for: history

for: biology

for: chemistry

for: languages

+ summary foldables 

layout + purpose

how to make them + take notes [video]

+ sketchnotes

what are thooose?

how to make the best sketchnotes

cool drawings/methods to inspire u

basic visual note-taking tips [1]

tips + drawing refs for beginners

how to make pretty banners

tips on illustrating notes

+ mind maps

mindmapping.com [aka ur ultimate mind-mapping resource]

mindmeister [aka super cool mind-mapping software pt.1]

xmind [aka super cool mind-mapping software pt.2]

99 mind mapping resources!!!

infographic on mind mapping

(amazing, super pretty) post on mind maps + how to make them

different ways of making mind maps [video]

cause & effect mind maps

making concept maps

+ other amazing, super effective methods

using abbreviations

note-taking cheat sheet

the two-notebook method

double-margin note taking

+ taking notes from various sources

during class

during a lecture

from a textbook [post]

from a textbook [video]

+ make it look pretty note: this is only optional; different people have various ways of retaining information - if you feel like adding colour distracts you, don’t do it! also, if you’re rushing to finish notes at the last minute the night before the exam pls don’t do it omg only do it when/if you have time.

pretty, colour-coded notes

simple, creative note-taking

how to take pretty/graphic notes

making pretty headings/subheadings

supplies u could use to have pretty notes

how to make ur notes look pretty [infographic]

how to make ur notes look pretty [video]

+ more tips from me

colour your notes! highlighting and adding colour to notes helps you retain information and remember things faster. use different colours throughout your notes to have more specific and easy-to-understand notes. [eg. use lighter colours like light blue for points you want to highlight and darker colours like purple for the main body] again, as mentioned earlier, if colourful notes aren’t your thing don’t do it! 

while revising, read notes aloud. it helps you remember things easily, because it sounds like someone is explaining it to you. even better if you do it in a foreign accent tbh, that always works for me (i read notes aloud in an american accent sometimes). this method is most effective if you’re an auditory learner.

most importantly, find what works for you. there are so many note-taking methods out there; find a system that you feel is most effective/helpful based on the type of learner you are. if you feel like nothing you read online is helpful, create your own method of note-taking instead.

+ my other masterposts

a complete guide to studying (well)

more to come soon!

feel free to message me in case 1) any of the links are broken, 2) u want me to add on to something, 3) u have a suggestion for a masterpost [i would love that so go ahead and ask if u do] or if u just wanna talk! also, feel free to reblog and add ur own comments/resources. hope this helped someone!!! 

[studynostalgic]

you’ve gotten a bad grade. the assignment you turned in was not as good as you expected. the exam just went awful. we all know the feeling when this happens. but i’m here to help you!! don’t stress my friend everything will be okay

first of all: it’s okay!!!!!! everybody fails sometimes! i know it feels awful because you worked your ass off and now this happens. what’s important is that you don’t give up. academic success is not everything, so don’t beat yourself up too much. (also like there’s so much wrong with this system, but that’s a topic for another time)

- ̗̀ right after  ̖́-

give yourself some time to be sad, angry, frustrated, etc. talk to someone or journal your thoughts down and just get everything out. (it would be best to talk someone who isn’t in the same situation, so instead of maybe making your classmate uncomfortable, talk to somebody who will listen and give emotional support)

nobody excepts you to go right back to studying. in fact it would be better to get your mind off of things and distract yourself a bit. do something you love and relax a little.

but! don’t forget to pick yourself up again and take the next step:

- ̗̀ mindset  ̖́-

put your “failing“ into perspective. how bad is it really? is it the end of the world (no it isn’t). do you only think it’s a bad grade because you keep comparing yourself to your classmates?

don’t!!!!! compare!!!! yourself to others!!! focus on yourself. you don’t know all the other things your classmates may struggle with and your academic performance does not determine your self-worth. so what you didn’t do that good? there are so many other great things about you, believe me mwah

- ̗̀ identify the cause  ̖́-

what was the cause you didn’t do as well you expected?

did you study the wrong things? or did you study them the wrong way? were the concepts just way to complicated and you didn’t understand them?

did you panic while taking the exam?

didn’t pay attention in class?

did you not start early enough?

is your teacher just awful™?

whatever the reason try to identify it and find a solution. try to apply it the next time. but remember that there is not always a cause, sometimes things are just like they are. if that seems to be the case, just remember that it’s probably not your fault and try to continue doing your best.

- ̗̀ solutions  ̖́-

ha you thought you have to figure out the solution all by yourself. but i’m here to (hopefully) help you.

don’t be afraid to talk to your teacher/prof! most of the time they want to see you succeed, so maybe there is something you could do to improve the grade or you could try to tackle the issue you have/had.

find a study method that suits you and make it a routine. there’re so many helpful posts on here (just search up “study tips”) so there is to 100% something that works for you.

study schedule? some people do better with one, some don’t. with one, you can exactly plan out when and what to study for the upcoming tests, so you’ll be able to improve your grade. also, try to plan in when you’re going to revise hard topics again or the ones you didn’t understand if there were any.

do your homework and assignments! they help so much with improving your grade and the teacher/prof sees that you’re willing to make an effort.

join a study group or visit a tutor. they are a great way to find help and make you remember that you’re not alone and that there’s a solution to everything.

be a pro at exam taking. i’ll maybe do a separate post on that because there is so much i could say, but the most important thing is: be positive. give yourself a pep talk and don’t stress. you got this.

okay, that’s everything i have to say! i hope i could help u a bit <3 remember: you got this!!

[flashilybuggy]

08/29/19: first day of classes. Woke up at 7:30, despite class not being till ten, and got a head start reviewing my notes on bhakti.

Movie recommendation: Werk Ohne Autor (Never Look Away) 2018. Based on the life of artist Gerhard Richter.

[crimefighterphd]

Quick reminder, especially for you younger undergrads: Discipline is a skill, not a character trait. And just like any skill, it can be practiced and improved upon incrementally. Try not to get discouraged if you have a day, or multiple days, where you are less disciplined than you would like or need to be. Don’t quit. Don’t spend the next week binging Netflix because you think it’s a hopeless endeavour. Just get up the next day and try again. Each day you try is more practice, and each day you practice, you’ll get a little bit better, and that continual improvement will pay dividends in the long run.

Keep at it.

[she-studies]

nov. 10, 2018

attempting to get a head start on this hell week, but still looking on the bright side of things aka I can’t believe I’ve been at manchester for over 2 months now

[tea-and-coffee-studies]

I’m learning some Czech because my boyfriend and I will be going there for a short trip in December and I want to be able to at least say a few words to the people there in their native language 😊

Just a few more days to go!

Have a great remaining Thanksgiving and a good Black Friday everyone xx

[11/22/2018]

[adelinestudiess]

Hey so, I decided to do another masterpost. This time on exams. Some tips for studying at the very last minute if you are like me, disclaimer: I am not in any way supporting cramming but this is just to help you through if you are left with no choice other than cramming.

Cramming

Cramming tips that actually work by @optomstudies

The night before the exam

What to do the night before an exam by @beautifullearning

The night before your exam by @tiny-personal-university-thing

The night before exam and I didn’t study guide by @renaistudying

The night before test and I haven’t started studying by @getstudyblr

Revision methods

Revision methods that actually work by @alimastudies

The 5 Best Revision Methods by @bstudies

Study tips

More unconventional study tips by @minimaliststudy

A stash of tiny study tips by @justestjarchives

College study tips that actually help by @samsstudygram

Five tips for study marathons by @booksavolonte

General study tips by @plantednotes

More study tips

My study tips by @anatomyandcappuccini

My study tips

Personal study tips

Quickfire study tips by @annabaestudying

Quick study tip by @studyspiratiom-coffee

Rare study tips by @studybllog

Scientifically proven study tips by @swankiegrades

Secret study tips I wish someone would have told me by @fearlessroadtomd

Some rare study tips by @organisedorgana

Top 5 study tips by @studyign

Weird study tip by @artemissstudies

101 study tips by @study-early

Study tips by @howtohighschool

Study tips from someone who has already been there by @haylstudies

Study tips straight from my professor by @just-refuse-to-be-stopped

Study tips that helped me get back on my feet by @sillydaisies

Study tips that aren’t bullshit by @thebitchwhomadeit

Tips for effective study by @kimtented

How I write revision summaries by @athenastudying

Ways to study for exams that are actually productive

10 mistakes when studying by @howtostudyquick

Memorising information

How to memorise information by @monetstudy

How to memorise information faster by @qxzu

Memorization tips by @aescademic

Memorization tips by @determinationandcaffeine

Memorization tips by @studyquill

Exam tips

How to cope with exams by @uk-studying

How to revise for exams by @a-pro-s-studyblr

Studying for exams by @orangeblossomstudies

Tips for doing well on your exams by @aboysstudyblr

Tips for doing well on your exams by @thepeachystudies

Exam tips by @studywithmaggie

Exam guides

Finals: study guide for the brave by @educatier

Pennyfynotes guide to exam season by @pennyfynotes

Quick guide to doing the finals by @inkskinned

Test taking tips

How I revise for exams + tests

How to study for a test by @tbhstudying

My test taking tips by @55studies

Test taking tips

Exam preparation

How to make a stress free exam plan by @marias-studyblr

How to mentally prep yourself for a test by @eruditicn

Procrastination

How to beat procrastination by @eintsein

Types of procrastination and how to deal with them by @emmastudies

Time management

Time management by @academiceve

Time management tips for busy students

Motivation

My motivation tag

Other masterposts by me

Notetaking masterpost

College advice masterpost

Apps for students masterpost

Icon credits to @rhubarbstudies

[tea-and-coffee-studies]

[09.26.2018]

What does essay planning look like for me? Well, like this. A lot of page markers and a lot of written on papers (that you can’t really see). Essay planning is a tedious job but it needs to be done if you want to be organised and get your essay done properly.

[adelinestudiess]

Generic tips

Selfcare guide

Self care by @kimanoir

Eleven self care tips for students by @theorganisedstudent

12 steps for self care

Self-care to do list

Some little self care things by @irinastudies

Self-care guide by @thetrevorproject

101 self care ideas when it gets too much by @microstvdy

Self care by @littleredstudies

Finals self care by @rubypolar

Self-care instruction manual by @hufflepuffwannabe

Some self care tips by @lovefulls

Self care by @lazyhermione

15 self care ideas by @kaleylearns

Little self care things by @flowerais

Self-care by @mlstudies

Self care by @likelyhealthy

A very brief guide to selfcare by @ejlandsman

My favourite selfcare tips by @rubynerdy

26 selfcare activities by @sheisrecovering

Sleep

Guide to sleep by @educatier

Tips for balancing sleep & education by @brbimstudying

The perfect night sleep starts long before you get into bed by @paintitbright

How to go to bed early and actually fall asleep by @post–grad

Water

How to drink more water ft printables

Hydration masterpost

Breaks

Take a break

Types of study breaks for every situation by @samsstudygram

Tips for getting better rest

Treat yourself

Simple ways to treat yourself by @anitastudy

Pennyfynotes guide to treating yourself by @pennyfynotes

25 No/Low cost self care acts by @gaygirlhustle

Feel good

How to feel better by @bbangstudies

Feel good by @librarystudies

7 ways to feel better by @p-antarei

If you are having a bad day by @theblacksiren

Destress

Easy ways to destress by @parisgellerstudy

Stress relievers by @noteology

How to deal with stress by @studywithclover

Apps to help you destress by @gracelearns

Burnout

How to deal with study burnout by @eintsein

How to avoid education burnout by @neuroticmedblr

Mental health

Saving your grades from a mental health crisis by @smartstudy

Chronic illness + studying by @studysenior

Coping with mental health by @overstudies

Studying with depression by @rannedomblr

Anxiety

Anxiety distraction games by @peachou

Anxiety masterpost by @dotgrids

Why doing something relaxing does not help with your anxiety by @merrybitchmas91

Meditation and focus

Study sounds

Others

What to do with notebooks by @tbhstudying

Podcasts for students by @studyquill

Period masterpost

Dealing with eye strain by @studylikeaslytherin

Listen by @studyblr

50 healthy, productive and fun things you can do without looking at a screen

How to live a better life by @wilstudies

Fitness and health for the busy student by @abby-studies-art

Friendly reminders taken from @cwote

Your mental health is more important than your grades

You are good enough, smart enough, pretty enough, and strong enough

Don’t just be good to others, be good to yourself too

Embrace all that is you

You will be okay

Just breathe. It will be okay.

Be proud of yourself for how hard you’re trying.

Be nice to yourself

Don’t beat yourself up. You are doing the best you can.

Be gentle with yourself, you’re doing the best you can.

Better things are coming.

Loving yourself is the greatest revolution.

Remind yourself, you deserve to be happy

Respect yourself. Don’t let others tell you who you are.

Learn to say no to people and things that make you unhappy.

Enjoy your own company.

Forgive yourself.

Never apologise for how you feel

Give yourself some credit. You’ve come pretty far.

Mental health is just as important as physical health.

Surround yourself with good vibes

Stop worrying about people who aren’t worried about you.

If you find you are surrounded by toxic people… Cut. Them. Out.

Other masterposts made by me

notetaking masterpost

college advice masterpost

apps for students masterpost

ace your exams masterpost

[kalligraphy]

any other studyblrs got the mood of just “i really want college to start so i have somethin to DO”

[kalligraphy]

why the fuck did this blow up

[dungeonstudy]

01/05/17 (May 1st, 2017)

Organized study sessions for May on my planner

Wrote notes for my exams

Today wasn’t as productive as I wanted it to be😓   studygram

[Listening to: Team by Lorde]

[procrastinstudy]

210718 July is always somehow weird month for me, even though it’s my birthday month. I’m glad there’s always coffee and pretty cafés to help me

bujo pic is from my insta procrastinstudy

[kuroristudies]

I finally finished my calculus book today! Now I can move onto summer reading and packing for my vacation :)

[studytune]

well this is adorable ofc

[lilacpancakejournal]

I can’t stop singing My Page by NCT Dream send help

Instagram: lilacpancake