STUDY STRATEGIES

Study strategies are taught as explicit learning skills, helping students understand how to study, organise information, and prepare for exams independently.

Our approach includes:

• Understanding the learner’s study profile
  • We first identify abilities: attention, organisation, memory, reading comprehension, and processing speed that affect studying.
• Teaching structured study methods
  • Students are taught step-by-step strategies to:
    1. break down chapters
    2. identify key information
    3. summarise concepts
    4. organise notes effectively
• Active learning techniques
  • Instead of passive reading, students learn methods such as:
    1. mind mapping
    2. highlighting key points
    3. question–answer frameworks
    4. self-testing and recall practice
• Memory and recall strategies
  • Techniques such as chunking, visual cues, mnemonic devices, and spaced revision are taught to improve retention.
• Time management and planning
  • Students learn how to:
    1. plan study schedules
    2. prioritise tasks
    3. prepare gradually for exams rather than last-minute studying.
• Building independent learners
  • The focus is on helping students take ownership of their learning, reducing dependence on constant guidance.