Revise Your Notes Before You Leave Class

Taking notes in class (or in meetings, or while watching an educational video) is a standard part of learning, and studies have suggested writing by hand helps you retain information better than using a computer, which is why we’ve previously recommend bringing a notebook and pen with you to class in addition to (or…

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