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Dynamic Learning

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This series is designed to give students practical, science-based advice on a wide range of study techniques – from how to take better notes to how to develop positive study habits that enhance their learning.

Titles in this Series:

The Power of Habits (Dynamic Learning)
03:05

The Power of Habits (Dynamic Learning) (FULL VIDEO) 

There’s lots of advice around about the study habits students should be developing to help them succeed, but that still leaves a big question: how do they develop the good habits that are going to get them the best grades? In a series of simple steps, this short film let's you in on some of the secrets of how to develop the kinds of posit...

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Sleep and Memory (Dynamic Learning)
02:49

Sleep and Memory (Dynamic Learning) (FULL VIDEO) 

Recent scientific research has shown us the benefits of sleep. And we're increasingly aware that good sleep is crucial to memory and learning. Of course, just getting lots of sleep isn't going to get you good grades. You need to understand how to use a knowledge of sleep to your advantage and this short film reveals some of the simple sle...

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Cornell Notes: Active Learning (Dynamic Learning)
04:06

Cornell Notes: Active Learning (Dynamic Learning) (FULL VIDEO) 

Most students write simple linear notes. But there is a way to improve the quality of note-taking that makes it more active, inquiring and revision-friendly, without radically changing how you take notes. It's called the Cornell Method and it's been helping to improve academic performance for over 50 years. This short film takes students...

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Retrieval Practice (Dynamic Learning)
03:58

Retrieval Practice (Dynamic Learning) (FULL VIDEO) 

This short film shows you how to use retrieval practice to improve your understanding and develop your recall to identify gaps in your knowledge. While most study time is spent trying to get knowledge into your brain, then out again when exams roll around, retrieval practice helps to get it in and out at the same time. It’s been shown to...

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Dual Coding (Dynamic Learning)
03:49

Dual Coding (Dynamic Learning) (FULL VIDEO) 

Dual coding involves using verbal and visual cues to help develop your learning and recall. So if you like two-for-one offers, this one’s for you. Research shows it improves understanding and creates stronger memories, so that’s a bargain. And combining it with retrieval practice turbo-charges your revision, giving you even more.

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Active Listening (Dynamic Learning)
03:18

Active Listening (Dynamic Learning) (FULL VIDEO) 

As students we spend a lot of time listening. But because we don’t always fully engage with what we’re hearing we frequently miss a lot of important information. And if we’re not taking something in, we can’t recall it when we really need it. But it’s not difficult to become a more active listener and in this short film we show you three...

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