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3 Things to Do the Night Before an Exam

By Tony CaprioLast updated on December 22, 2022

Here is a fact: staying up all night is unhealthy and unpleasant. However, this situation is very common during the college years where everyone has to face it once in a while. Thus, you should be prepared for it to make it much more productive and pleasant. Here are 3 things that you need to …

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4 Amazing Study Tips for a Social Learner

By Laura DavisonLast updated on December 22, 2022

As students, it is important to be aware of the ways we learn best and what type of environment we are most productive in. Some people enjoy quiet spaces with few people while others find that they work more effectively in noisier, busier environments. Similarly, one may find that they learn best working in groups …

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How to Study if You’re a Logical Learner

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

We’ve been talking a lot lately about the different learning styles students have, and how they can find study methods best suited for their style. In this post we’ll shine the spotlight on the logical learner! Also known as “mathematical learners”, these kinds of students prefer hard data, stats, charts, graphs, numbers, and formulas. These …

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How to Use Your Winter Break Wisely: College Student Edition

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 14, 2023

Winter break during college may be short, but it’s a great opportunity to get prepared for the year ahead and recharge! If you want to make the most of your time off and the start of the new year, this list is for you. Here are some great ways to take advantage of your winter …

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How to Stay Focused in Your High School Classes

By Alana DownerLast updated on December 22, 2022

Staying focused during class can be extremely difficult and even tiring, but it’s important if you’re to work to your potential in high school. Fortunately, there are some really simple things you can do to help you stay focused and achieve better results. Sit near the front of the room This may seem very simple, …

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How to Beat High School “Senioritis”

By Laura DavisonLast updated on December 22, 2022

High school students today have a lot of responsibilities between school, part-time jobs, extra-curricular activities and maintaining a social life. Trying to prepare for college by balancing these facets of their lives can be exhausting and overwhelming at times. After a while, students get burned out and may find themselves slipping in their classes because …

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8 Tips to Make Your All-Nighter More Effective

By Jessica ThiefelsLast updated on December 22, 2022

There are many times in your college career when an all-nighter is necessary, whether you’re cramming for a test or finally getting around to writing that term paper. In fact, 99 percent of students admit to cramming, according to BBC. While an all-night study session is not the most effective way to learn, there are …

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How to Study if You’re a Physical Learner

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 23, 2025

Key Takeaways If you’re a physical learner, you might find that sitting still or watching lectures doesn’t help your brain retain information. This is because physical learners learn best with movement and hands-on experiences when learning. To help you stay focused and feel more confident when studying, we’ve outlined 10 tips below for physical learners: …

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4 Great TED Talks for College Students

By Laura DavisonLast updated on December 22, 2022

TED talks have become widely popular on YouTube over the past several years. The video series stems from TED, a non-profit organization dedicated to spreading ideas and sparking conversation. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment and Design and originated from a conference held in 1984. Today, TED talks involve a speaker delivering a powerful, interesting and …

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How To Study if You’re an Auditory Learner

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022

There are five main types of learning styles, each with specific traits and preferences for learning. Auditory learners pick up information best when they are hearing the material, or through speaking it aloud themselves and hearing it that way. Auditory learners may be especially skilled at perceiving tone and getting a good feeling of one’s …