Study Guides
Practical, research-backed guides to studying better — and the free tools to put each one into practice.
How to Study Effectively: 10 Methods Backed by Research
How to study effectively, explained simply: active recall, spaced repetition, the Pomodoro Technique, interleaving and more — 10 study methods backed by research, with a plan to start today.
9 MIN READ
How to Focus While Studying: 12 Tips That Actually Work
Can't focus while studying? 12 practical tips to concentrate longer: set up your space, beat phone distractions, use a study timer and focus music, and get back on track when your mind wanders.
7 MIN READ
How to Make a Study Schedule You'll Actually Follow
Step-by-step guide to making a study schedule or study plan for exams: count the days, list topics, plan backwards, time-block your week and leave room for review. Includes an example weekly schedule.
7 MIN READ
The Pomodoro Technique for Studying: A Complete Guide
What the Pomodoro Technique is, how to use it for studying step by step, the best pomodoro timer settings (25/5 vs 50/10), common mistakes and how to adapt it for exams.
6 MIN READ
Active Recall and Spaced Repetition: How to Remember What You Study
Learn how active recall and spaced repetition work, why they beat re-reading, and how to use them with flashcards, practice questions and a simple review schedule — without spending hours making cards.
7 MIN READ
How to Stop Procrastinating on Studying: 9 Strategies
Why you procrastinate on studying and 9 practical strategies to stop: shrink the first step, use a 25-minute timer, plan when and where, remove temptations and find motivation that lasts.
6 MIN READ