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

We’re wrapping up our Memory and Learning series here on the Exam Study Expert podcast by diving into the marvellous, and at times a little magical, world of mnemonic memory techniques. Our guide today is bestselling author and formidable memory enthusiast, Anthony Metivier, who takes us on a fantastic journey full of practical strategies – and a six-step system - capable of transforming how you learn and remember information.Featuring a wide cast of memory-capturing characters, from Optimus Prime and Wolverine, to Sherlock Holmes and Aristotle, this is the episode for all the budding memory enthusiasts in our audience.Access a FREE memory improvement kit, created by Anthony and full of his favourite mnemonic ideas at: >> https://examstudyexpert.com/kit *Or discover his full-blown mnemonic strategies course, Magnetic Memory Method, at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/mmm **Disclaimer: Exam Study Expert may earn a referral fee from qualifying purchases of books and courses we recommend, at no extra cost to you. Our guests work hard as creators and authors to make great educational materials to help you - thank you for supporting them, and this podcast!* * * *Mentioned in this episode:Episode 11 of the Exam Study Expert podcast, with Dr Adam Putman: https://examstudyexpert.com/adam/Anthony’s TedX talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvtYjdriSpMTo learn more about Anthony:Visit his website at:>> https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com/Get more from your host and the world of Exam Study Expert at:>> Six Pillars of Exam Success Cheat Sheet: https://examstudyexpert.com/pillars>> [FOR SCHOOLS] Retrieval practice lesson resource pack https://examstudyexpert.com/retrieval-lesson>> [FOR SCHOOLS] Revision Census research https://examstudyexpert.com/Revision-Census>> [FOR SCHOOLS] student workshops / staff CPD keynotes https://examstudyexpert.com/workshopsPodcast edited by Kerri Edinburgh.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

Learn about the 5 levers to optimize your learning, including spacing, retrieval practice, and mnemonic devices. Understand the concept of desirable difficulties in learning and how it can improve memory retention. Discover the benefits of mixing different types of problems together through interleaving for enhanced comprehension. Get practical tips on minimizing distractions, breaking down tasks, and seeking help when needed to optimize your learning experience.

Expert Ollie Lovell discusses Cognitive Load Theory, memory consolidation, and strategies to enhance learning efficiency. He explores ways to overcome working memory limitations, reduce cognitive overload, and offers practical tips for optimizing learning. The podcast delves into resilience, resources for learning enhancement, and feedback on a cognitive load theory course, highlighting the importance of applying these techniques for improved study skills.

Guest John Dunlosky, a Professor specializing in the science of effective study, discusses challenging learning, 10 study strategies, successive re-learning, digital flashcards, dual coding, and online video. Hosted by memory psychologist William Wadsworth, offering practical advice for students to study smarter.

We're concluding our special "Teaching Learning Skills" mini-series this week with a case study on building a tutor time study skills programme.Packed with highly practical details, with today's special guest Katie Holmes.Follow Katie: @KatieEHolmes_, https://twitter.com/KatieEHolmes_From your host:Retrieval buy-in lesson resource:>> https://ExamStudyExpert.com/retrieval-lessonDiscover the Revision Census>> https://examstudyexpert.com/revision-census*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.TEACHING RESOURCES: https://examstudyexpert.com/workbookSPEAKING / WORKSHOPS: https://examstudyexpert.com/workshopsPodcast edited by Kerri Edinburgh.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

Tom Bennett, founder of researchED, discusses the journey of evidence-based education, debunking myths and promoting critical thinking. They explore the evolution of evidence-based teaching practices, effective study techniques, and the importance of funding and support for educators. The episode highlights the impact of evidence-based strategies on student outcomes and acknowledges contributors in education.

To kick off this week's special "for teachers" series, we're welcoming Dr Haili Hughes to talk about how to be an effective mentor to students in their study skills, and what good pedagogy for "learning to learn" should include.- Mentoring in Schools [book]: https://geni.us/haili*- Follow Haili @HughesHaili: https://twitter.com/HughesHaili*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.TEACHING RESOURCES: https://examstudyexpert.com/workbookSPEAKING / WORKSHOPS: https://examstudyexpert.com/workshopsGet 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!).

In this episode, Amarbeer Singh Gill, a math teacher and author of 'Dunlosky's Strengthening The Student Toolbox In Action', shares powerful insights into effective study strategies. He discusses techniques like elaborative interrogation and self-explanation, emphasizing how they can enhance learning and retention. Gill also provides practical tips for mastering math revision, including the importance of concept understanding over rote practice. Listeners will discover how to use mental imagery and interleaving to study smarter and improve their exam performance.

Memory expert Peps McCrea delves into the cognitive architecture of memory, emphasizing the organic nature and vulnerability of memories. Strategies like retrieval practice and connecting ideas are discussed. The significance of internalizing knowledge for critical thinking and the comparison between reading on paper vs. screens for learning are explored. Insights on evidence-informed teaching practices and a teaser for a collaborative series on study strategies wrap up the engaging discussion.

Retrieval practice is the shortcut to learning faster and remembering more, but nearly everyone under-utilises it (at least some of the time), even once you know about it and why it matters.Why?Today I'm breaking down the big 5 barriers to consistent retrieval practice that I most commonly see, and show you how to overcome them.Mentioned in this episode:Episode 69. Rose's student story (high school student)Episode 71. Divine's student story (accounting professional exams)Episode 73. Michael's student story (school / university student career)Episode 75. Charlie's student story (law conversion exams)Episode 108. Sibo's student story (board-level medical exams)Episode 111. Adam's student story (dyslexia and finance exams)Episode 123 on How Many Hours Should You Study Episode 53 on Are You Working Too Hard *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/coachingSCHOOL WORKSHOPS https://examstudyexpert.com/workshopsGet 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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).