STUDYING:

How to Get the Most Out of Your Studying: Find out what research has shown to be the most effective ways to study & retain information!
- How to Learn Better using Psychology - Podcast
- Why we Procrastinate and What We Can Do About It - Podcast

- Make Things Memorable
- How to better your studying by Dr. David Myers of Hope College
- Time Management - How to be Great Student and Still Have a Life
- Ace That Test - Learning Scientists post on Twitter about what science shows really works for studying and test taking.

- 5-Sided Flashcards - Don't just make flashcards, make flashcards that are memorable and will help you understand and apply the term!
- How to Study for AP Psych Multiple Choice Questions - Professor Appleby has a method that
can help you prepare successfully for the type of MC questions you'll find on our tests & exam.
- 9 Best Scientific Study Tips - ASAP Science goes over how to study smarter rather than just longer.
- APA's 6 Research Tested Ways to Study Better - Psych Research on the best ways to study.
- What can I do to improve my grade? - Class Resources for Studying, Studying to Be Successful, Former Students Suggestions

NOTE TAKING:

- How to Study & Take Memorable Notes from Your Textbook - A proven method to help you get the most from your nightly textbook reading & notes!
-
5 Best ways to Take Good Lecture Notes - find a method that would work best for you and your memory.
- 5 Active Reading Strategies for Textbook Assignments - what to do when you read to make the most efficient use of your time and help you remember more.

TEST ANXIETY:


- Understanding and Overcoming Test Anxiety
- A quick overview from the Minnesota State University Counseling Department.
- 10 Ways to Overcome Test Anxiety
- Some helpful hints on methods that work to help you perform better on test day.
- Reducing Test Anxiety - The makers of the AP Exam offer some methods to help you learn to combat your fears.

HELPFUL RESOURCES:


- Find helpful notes, practice quizzes, videos and games at our Weblinks Page
- Find of things we used in class: Learning Objectives, PowerPoint Notes & Flashcards at
our Psych Happens Page
- Review with your classmates and earn extra credit sharing helpful mnemonics you've created at our class Facebook Page: Mr. Portenga's AP Psychology

- How to Help Your Child Study - Some great tips on how to lead your student to success!

 

Studying & Note Taking Strategies to Help You Improve your Test Scores