Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning

William Wadsworth
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May 25, 2025 • 43min

191. Stop Procrastinating And Finish Your Dissertation/Essay - with Dr Alison Miller

Learn how to overcome procrastination when working on large academic projects with today's guest, Dr Alison Miller.https://www.theacademicwritersspace.com/*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge your exam success: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Podcast edited by Kerri Edinburgh.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).
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May 18, 2025 • 39min

190. Brain Bootcamp: Find Focus with Magic Meditation Moments - Ann Swanson

Meditation has some fantastic benefits for scholars, including:- Wellness benefits: managing stress, nerves, anxiety and more- Productivity benefits: boosting focus and increasing your output each dayBut it's not always easy to fit into our busy lives. Our guest today shares a wealth of ingenious tips and tricks for integrating mindful moments to give you a boost throughout your day and at key moments like waiting outside an exam or hitting a challenging question in your studies.- Read the book "Meditation for The Real World" by Ann Swanson: https://geni.us/qDZ7IZk*- Get started meditating with the Headspace app: headspace.pxf.io/n15mXM**- Join the Exam Study Expert VIP supporters club on Patreon for a beautiful rejuvenating deep rest practice and much more: https://examstudyexpert.com/VIP*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge your exam success: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books. **As a Headspace associate, I earn from qualifying subscriptions. All at no extra cost to you :-)Podcast edited by Kerri EdinburghQuestions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).
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May 11, 2025 • 32min

189. Maximise Knowledge Retention With Expert Flashcard Training [FMC 4b]

Dive into advanced flashcard techniques designed to supercharge your memory retention. Discover innovative methods like pair testing and mnemonic devices that make studying engaging and effective. Learn how to organize and adapt your flashcards for different exam formats. Plus, focus on tackling challenging material to maximize your exam preparation. Get ready to transform your study sessions with practical tips that encourage audience participation and real-time feedback!
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May 4, 2025 • 18min

188. Balancing Making and Testing Your Flashcards [FMC Part 4a]

This discussion dives into the pitfalls of creating too many flashcards without adequately testing them. It explores why learners often fall into this trap and shares effective strategies to avoid it. Using a delightful cake-making analogy, the conversation emphasizes the importance of a disciplined study routine. Balancing flashcard creation with ongoing testing can significantly boost knowledge retention, making studying smarter and less stressful.
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Apr 27, 2025 • 22min

187. Magic Tricks To Make Memorable Flashcards [FMC 3/4]

Discover advanced strategies to revolutionize your flashcard-making process. Learn five key tips that enhance retention and make studying a breeze. Explore innovative techniques, including audio formats, to cater to different learning styles. Get ready to tackle specific learning challenges with clever tricks. Elevate your study game with these memorable flashcard hacks!
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Apr 20, 2025 • 27min

186. Flashcard Fundamentals For Faster Learning [FMC Part 2/4]

Discover the power of flashcards as an essential tool for efficient learning. Learn key techniques for crafting effective flashcards that can enhance your retention of information. Dive into the fundamentals that make studying smoother and more effective. Get ready for upcoming insights on advanced tips for both making and training with flashcards, tackling stubborn material, and making the most out of your testing phase. Transform your study habits and ace your exams!
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Apr 13, 2025 • 27min

185. The Science of Learning: Flashcard Mastery Course [Part 1 of 4]

Dive into the fascinating science of flashcards! Discover how understanding brain function can enhance both learning and memory. Learn about the critical differences between working memory and long-term memory, and explore techniques like spaced retrieval practice to improve retention. This insightful course is packed with methods to study smarter and tackle those stubborn concepts effectively!
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Apr 6, 2025 • 21min

184. Why Study Smarter?

I'm in philosophical mood today, exploring the big reasons for the Exam Study Expert mission, and exactly what we hope to help you with!Whether you're brand new to the show or a regular listener, I hope you find fresh inspiration and maybe a a few questions clarified in today's audio essay.**Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge your exam success: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Podcast edited by Kerri Edinburgh.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).
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Feb 17, 2025 • 5min

Mini Status Update - What's Happening On The Podcast?

For regular listeners, a brief update after a couple of unannounced weeks off-air, what happened, and when we'll be back in action (spoiler alert: v. soon!!).Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).
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Feb 2, 2025 • 30min

183. High Stakes Exam Success - with Dr Morgan Taylor

This week on the show:Top tips for learning for high stakes examsMaintaining your sense of self-worth and protecting your mental health4 top tips for keeping test-taking nerves at bayAdvice for prospective / current nursing studentsOur guest today is Dr Morgan Taylor, an experienced advisor to nursing students. Today's conversation is mainly quite general and non-nursing specific, and relevant to anyone preparing for any high-stakes exam, though we do also dive into Morgan's specific passion and expertise for studying nursing towards the end of the interview.Dr Morgan Taylor is the founder and Chief Nursing Officer at Archer Review, a leading study platform for NCLEX, FNP, TEAS 7, USMLE and nursing school exams.https://www.archerreview.com/Follow Morgan and her company on social @ArcherReviewAlso mentioned in today's episode:Ep 42 with Prof. Timothy Wilson https://examstudyexpert.com/redirect-timothy-wilson/Student stories episodes 69/77 (Rose, high school student) and 73 (Michael, college student)*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge your exam success: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams**** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Podcast Edited by Kerri Edinburgh.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

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