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A lot of the content discussed doesn't take much consideration of those at a disadvantage. Such as those with anxiety, depression, ADHD, etc. who often find it difficult to participate, stay focused, and/or stay organized. While these are not excuses to not do anything, there should certainly be more advice to people affected by mental illness or are neuro-divergent.

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Taking notes is a huge part of studying, depending on how you take them will affect how well you absorb that knowledge. In this video, the speaker says the best way to take notes is on paper. While digital notes are more efficient, handwritten notes are better for learning to material as it forces you to process the information as you write it down. To be efficient in note taking, you have to write it in your own way. Paraphrasing everything you hear or see in order to not get behind. I already take notes by hand, I prefer it as I can make little doodles easier if I can, but also because whenever I write something down I basically repeat what I hear in my head as I translate it to paper. Online notes have autocorrect, my hand does not. I can just spew out nonsense online and the computer will fix most of my mistakes.

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Should You Take Notes on Paper or on a Computer? - College Info Geek

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While it shares good, basic tips, everyone has already heard it all before. Some tips require some personal touches depending on the person, but overall an alright article.

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10 Tips on How to Stay Focused in High School | NSHSS | National Society of High School Scholars

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Struggling to keep focused on your studies? Here are 10 tips on how to stay focused in high school.

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Technique to studying is one of the key parts in absorbing the material. In this video the speaker shares the technique of spacing out the material depending on how well you know it. This ensures that you get more time with what you don't know.  I think it's interesting how repetition throughout a timespan can help you learn something better. Personally, I like this tip. This is a good way of studying and I will be sure to try it.

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The Most Powerful Way to Remember What You Study

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Restates the same information as the previous videos. Shares two more pieces of advice; getting a goodnight's sleep, and teaching what you already know to someone else.

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Have you ever studied hard for a test only to blank out on exam day? Perhaps your study techniques could use some improvement! Tutor Doctor has some excellent tips on how to retain more information while studying.

1. Space out your study sessions. Try not to "cram" for your exams by forcing yourself to go through a super-long late-night study session. Not only will you not effectively retain the information, but you'll end up spending more time to get lesser results. In the world of learning science, this method is known as massed practice and is nowhere near as effective as spaced practice, which involves what we like to call "chunking." By studying for short periods spread out over time, you will absorb information more effectively while saving yourself a ton of stress!

2. Write down notes. Highlighting text is good, but actually writing something causes your brain to use a different set of mental processes. Writing down notes helps you to familiarize yourself with information as you acquire it in real-time, while also giving you the opportunity to later revisit what you've learned. We even recommend writing your notes by hand on a sheet of notebook paper - once you have all your notes jotted down, you can type up a big study guide on a computer. This is a great way to finalize your notes while also helping to further solidify your understanding of a subject.

3. Get a good night's sleep. Your brain actually uses the time during restful sleep to encode short-term memories into long-term ones. You will notice that by studying in intervals and getting a healthy night's sleep in between, each morning you should be able to wake up with the ability to recall most of what you learned the night before. If something seems confusing, quite literally - sleep on it! This is also another reason why late-night cramming sessions are not an ideal way to study.

4. Minimize distractions. Turn off televisions, electronic devices, and anything else that will distract you while studying. Although we sometimes feel like we can multitask just fine, we often don't realize just how seriously distractions can divert our attention elsewhere. We recommend studying in a quiet area where you won't be disturbed. Many people like to listen to classical music while studying, and you can make sure you have a small snack and drink ready just in case. Whatever you have to do, arrange your study sessions to where your only focus will be on the material itself.

5. Teach what you've learned to someone else. Explaining a concept or subject to another person is a great way to really break down your understanding of what you're learning. Absorbing information for yourself is one thing, but being able to convey that to someone else requires a whole different set of mental processes and can help you refine your recall abilities. Try teaching your parents or a sibling about what you're studying, and encourage them to ask questions afterwards! By outlining and explaining your research to an external source, you'll be further helping yourself to encode and retain the knowledge you've acquired.

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How to Retain More Information While Studying

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Have you ever studied hard for a test only to blank out on exam day? Perhaps your study techniques could use some improvement! Tutor Doctor has some excellent tips on how to retain more information while studying. 1. Space out your study sessions.

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Motivation is really tough on students such as myself. The speaker's tips are really helpful. Taking moderate time for yourself is something that can really help. Dropping things that drain you completely is tough but necessary. This advice is really helpful, especially for someone who is horrible at staying motivated. I personally like the advice the speaker gives.

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How to Stay Motivated for the Entire School Year