how to study smarter, not harder.

[@salmahamad1375]

1. Paying attention in class ( less to reread in home ) 2. Stop multitasking 3. Don’t rewrite notes ( try mind-mapping instead ) 4. Create answer guides 5. Study out loud 6. Plan your study session ahead

[@lemonmania967]

Another mentality that has really helped me over the past school year: Your grade isn’t earned when you take the test. When the piece of paper lands in front of you, your grade has already been determined. You change your grade in the hours and days and weeks before the test. By the time you take it, everything is set in stone.

[@tomtomtomtomtomtomtom]

lemonmania96 I love this! I might write it down in my planner, if you don’t mind 😉

[@lemonmania967]

strawburytom go for it!

[@railirandmae8919]

Wow! Thank you, this is an awesome way for motivating. Love it 💞

[@sunnvida7291]

Thank you for this!

[@blueviolets2106]

The first tip is so true. In one of my recent classes I was 100% active in the lecture and paid attention. When it was time for me to study, there wasn't much effort being put into it because I actually knew the material. You don't have to "study" what you already know, I just quickly reviewed. I got an A on every exam.

[@aaliyahmaria6198]

Now my study hours will be more precise and consistent with any topic I have in school. Thank you Mariana!!😃

[@shrimpie1258]

I find that rewriting notes really helps me. I tend to try and write everything down from my lectures and a lot of unneeded material from my textbooks. Rewriting my notes helps me condense all my notes for maybe 5 pages to 2 that way I have less by my midterms and finals. I also find that doing this also helps me review my notes since I do it about a day after I took them. It does depend on the class though. And every person is different. I've felt that my studying has gotten better since I started rewriting my notes this year.

[@mouna4691]

You’re a saint, I spent literally most of my time last school year getting frustrated with school work for hours. Thank you so much for your tips

[@JusteMj]

Does anyone throw away old notes from previous semesters? I never review them but it feels weird throwing away the knowledge and hard work in the trash.

[@JadeyyBee11]

Marshele Juste I'm usually too afraid to throw my old notes out because I feel I may need them again. 😂

[@biswaviraj]

I tend to keep them for 3-4years in storage room...when everything gets piled up...i send them for recycling

[@CeeJayLive]

JadeyyBee11 me too

[@AliceSamoila]

Sorry for the late reply! I study Physiotherapy and just finished my 1st year. I made a huge, very organised binder and I do plan on keeping them especially because I have another 2 years of undergraduate and then another 2 for a master and I will 100% need them. We do however study the most important things in the first year: all Anatomy, Types of Injury, Special Tests etc. I would suggest maybe scanning everything and saving them on Dropbox or anything like this so you still feel like you have them if you ever need them. I can definitely understand how much paper you might end up having so yeah, just back-up everything so you don’t feel like you wasted it 😊

[@sarahthestitcher]

Late comment! I think notes can add to clutter, especially if you aren't using them or referring to them. If you are worried that you might need them, or want to hold onto them, see if you can scan them! You could use a printer/photocopier to scan it to a USB or send to your email, and there are apps you can download for your phone or tablet. (I use Notebloc.) That way you can have a digital PDF version of your notes and you can throw the paper ones out. :)

[@aubreystalcup5452]

So true!!! Being prepared for class by having readings completed and actively participating in discussions helps you retain so much more information and really cuts the amount of study time you need before an exam!

[@ilirasllani6776]

I envy you for having your life all together( or so it seems). Great video.

[@MarieRushme]

Im not even half way through and it's helping me already

[@notthesonofwilliam788]

I have another technique that might interest you: going through lectures and writing down broad questions on the material (not too much detail) into a table that cover the whole lecture content. Then answer them the next day in the opposite column. Correct them afterwards to make sure it's all correct and nothing is missing. This allows you to prepare summaries early on that already have your own "structure", have already been memorized a little and are not just copied down. Plus, it's really "deep" reworking of the material.

[@bubblesxo]

I do this too with a spreadsheet/excel creating columns with questions and answers (you can make the answers have a white font to hide it). I saw some other youtuber do this and it is so handy. Any deep work with material is important whether it be tables, mind maps, flash cards, etc.

[@marniemarniemh]

Hi, I'm from Vietnam and I have something to say.☺️. Thanks for your useful videos about study, I feel really motivated and I've study quite hard for senior year in high school.😊 Yesterday, I was admitted to Vietnam National University, Hanoi - school of law.😃😃😃. Yayyy, my dream came trueeeee. I feel so greatful right now. If it hadn't been for your channel, I wouldn't have done that. Thank you for all❤️❤️❤️ I love you

[@bongocatnguyen5756]

Do you have any tips? It’s not for anything serious I have a PE test about volleyball so I’d like to know

[@janinechloecantu3307]

I just found your channel last week and I cannot stop watching every video you posted! I admire you so much! Thank you for motivating me to study more, Mariana :)

[@sofias9238]

I strive to be as organized as you are! Your tips are amazing and although I'm still struggling to make them part of my daily habits I always keep them in mind. Thank you!

[@Concert16]

I just finished my final exams for the summer, so I am excited to use my three weeks off to go through these videos and worksheets. I am most eager for that BTS haul though!

[@tianaroy5566]

Not rewriting notes tip was really enlightening esp since I never follow through/ have time to rewrite notes and they never came in handy

[@r_yandex]

Could you do more videos on being paperless please? I’m planning to go paperless for my university course in October and so more videos would help! Thanks ☺️

[@thebabymomo2709]

Rolake Akinyande hi, I also wanted to go paperless but found it very difficult. There is a channel called paperless student an it's really good in literally telling you everything you need to know about going paperless. However, it is still really difficult and sometimes, for me, I found I cannot learn some things by looking at a screen and also it hurts my eyes for looking at an iPad for so long so a balance must take place. Hope this helps.

[@r_yandex]

the babymomo thanks for your reply! The reason why I thought it would be a good idea is that after doing a level maths (ran through around 13 notebooks), I found that my most effective revision is active recall.. I just thought it’d be a good idea to trial it in first year but what were some of the pros for you?

[@thebabymomo2709]

Rolake Akinyande for me, I study philosophy, politics and history so it's quite different from a more practical subject like maths or chemistry or physics. I would definitely recommend for something like maths because you can have everything all at your finger tips at any time. The same for a more humanitarian course like mine (although it's quite scientific). For me it's good because I have so much paperwork and enormous amounts of required reading so I found it unrealistic to print out all these papers and essays and carry them around with me because it's just too much. Having everything nice and organised at my fingertips is really a big help and I'm not having to run around with huge amounts of paperwork which is just so heavy. Also, I like the way in notability for example I can record my lectures and seminars which is what I used to do on my phone. I also enjoy doing art and plein air sketching and the iPad Pro 12" is really great. That's another thing, the 12" is really suitable even though slightly big - I can have two things up at the same time which I find impossible on a smaller screen. I use split screen a lot for example I'm reading a document while writing an essay or summarising.

[@Taveriie]

I currently doing this as well. I am an English and Psychology student. Currently 10/12 of my books are e-books and all my notes are digital. It all depends on finding something that suits you. I have the 9.7" iPad 6th Gen with Apple Pen support with a "PaperLike" screen protector. To touch on Babymomo's comment about it hurting their eyes, I use a pair of non prescription Blue Light Filtering glasses. It creates a very subtle yellowish cast, but the eye strain is greatly reduced. I found I can read off my tablet for hours without headaches.

[@Rysoamy]

Loved all of your videos in this series! Thanks so much for all the work you put into your videos 😊😊😊

[@mariagranados676]

Thank you so much for the tips, I'll be starting my first university year in a month and now I'm more confident

[@mariafilms1246]

Thank you so much for this!Ever since I found your channel I have been in love!You are the reason I am more organised❤️

[@nagmatheteddygirl2950]

Now my study routine is more effective.. Thank you sisy

[@riotjohnson889]

Love the checklist because it was like a summarized version of the video. I enjoyed quickly reading what youre talking about

[@sparklypinky1]

School is right around the corner for me and you’re putting out such quality content and the perfect time! I can’t wait to start a KZbin as well.

[@joanapereira4597]

Hoje descobri o teu canal e já vi 4 dos teus vídeos. Gostei muito do que assisti, sinceramente ajudou me a perceber que, o importante é aprender uma determinada matéria e não passar horas a estudá-la. Até agora eu definia horas ( 4 horas de estudo) a fazer resumos, exercícios, ler a matéria etc. Acho que estudo muito mas com pouca eficiência. Tiro boas notas mas sinto que, para o que me esforço, deveria tirar mais ainda ( vou para o 12° ano). Com estas dicas, vou começar o ano letivo com novos objetivos em mente e novas formas de estudar. Agradeço imenso, estava mesmo a precisar!

[@serenitybysaf]

i just feel like i owe my better grades to you mariana, thanks for helping us all!! love youuuu

[@Melanie-po1wk]

I’m so happy i found your channel!! I’m going into my 3rd semester I’m college and I’ve been watching all your videos!

[@ugljesadimitrijevic8687]

This title is so goals, minimalistic and effective!

[@majokolegal7848]

i really love this channel...organisation and production really makes me feel so good....

[@prosunmozumder4299]

Thank you Mariana for filming my requested video. I loved the tips...

[@jeannemorona_]

I can modify some of these tips in order to fit into my schedule ✨ Thank you again!!! 💜

[@heydebee]

Your videos are my aesthetic.

[@larissalinhares1978]

você por aqui

[@shaniapeters8590]

Definitely needed this, thank you!

[@sarafanjumava8613]

Shania Peters yeah...me too

[@tras8534]

Wow... Thanks for the tips! Now my study hours will be more effective as well as efficient. ❤

[@ateeqateeq3590]

Best video everrr!!! Of Mariana The Great...

[@AmazingAdry]

THIS IS SO EXTREMELY HELPFUL! thank u so much !

[@bb24693]

what were those sticky notes you used in notability? :D im going digital this semester too.

[@audreegirard5961]

Thank you for the tips! It will be helpfull for me in nursing school!

[@marianacristinalr]

Estou tão entusiasmada para dia 10 e 31! Adorei o vídeo! Beijinhos!

[@cmdnadald123]

Thank you so much, these are helpful and not generic!

[@MDPaulo]

Rewriting is key for my prep - great video

[@harshajha]

Very very helpful video love to watch your videos and love your voice and also it's a very useful video for me ️❤️ ❤️

[@mjc-zs3pm]

Hey Mariana! loving each video! can´t wait till next friday!

[@WellBalancedWallet]

Multitasking is so hard to not do nowadays! I wish I could tie my hands to my current duty until I’m done

[@ZayFai]

Would you say rewriting your notes and summarizing your notes the same thing or is there a benefit to summarizing notes on a timely basis (ex. daily, weekly)?

[@momostudioo]

Very useful tips! I like your perspective!

[@little.dragon1246]

Hi. I was just wondering if you could do a video on "how to transition to paper note taking to digital note taking"?

[@erikarogers5885]

Could you do a video stopping procrastination and your favourite way to stay organised

[@Anasyub]

as a kid like in primary i use to speak out loud and now im in junior high and i havnt done that in years i dont know why i stopped...i have 2 years of highs chool left and i really wanna get it together in these two years...idk when but somehow i always end up rewriting notes coz thats what i thought was the best way but i was quite average tbh. thnku i will honestly try these tips

[@madeenavalli4036]

That their composition n conceptsin their life time act.

[@NyahEwan]

How do you make those sticky notes for your goodnotes app?? 😍

[@Milkyg1]

Thanks for the tips! I've just signed up for Skillshare, I'll let you know how I get on! Have a great weekend! :)

[@nikacastro364]

What app was used when doing the mind map on 3:46? Thank you.

[@sanadaniel7824]

I really liked video and your tips thank you for sharing them with us... I only have a friendly recommendation for, the video was a little slow and there wasn't much excitement in it. I hope you consider adding a lil more fun and excitedment to your videos. 😘😘 with love

[@louisalauren]

What app is being used at 2:45 on the left hand side?

[@meganrobbins5967]

Which video explains how to read a document and add dots, lines to allow you to continue to read without interruption?

[@mariana-vieira]

5 note taking methods no one talks about

[@شمعةنور-خ3ص]

Thank you so much, we got motivated and spired and if it's possible could do what app we should use studying for university? Thank you again

[@Dandiazma]

This is what i need to start doing!!!

[@beksbrowning6809]

This is the best thing since ever

[@naailah7145]

Thank u so much for making this video

[@candychaine5334]

Thank you very much You are so amazing Love you from morocco

[@ramprakash7194]

which Pen you used during writing on flash card?

[@Hannah-xn4st]

Where did you get those cute little coloured speech bubble stickers for your bullet journal, featured on your calendar pages?

[@tanjack31]

i've never thought about using digital post-its on Goodnotes before! seems like a pretty cool idea. How did you get/make them and where can I get a set to use for studying?

[@susanlazo5798]

I wish you can make a vid of how to be motivated and how to stay motivated

[@vaishnavitiwari1676]

ALWAYS up to mark vedio...loved it

[@Cat-kg2rw]

This is really informative!

[@janani_jade]

Please. Please. Please. Tell what music you used. Also, thanks a lot for the video. It was truly informative and helped me focus better. I feel it's easier to sit and learn now!😃❤❤

[@hiba3096]

hello , can u please do a video about your bullet journal , I really love how simple and beautiful it is , I need some imspiration from yours ^^

[@anadiasrizzi]

What app are you using to do notes on tour text?

[@charuyadav2847]

hey, I saw Evernote on your iPad. can you please tell how it is useful.

[@mahnoorakhtar2831]

Who else loves marianas videos Like if you think she always uploads at the times of our need

[@AddittiAgrawal]

much needed!

[@elisgeorge2420]

What would you say about typing your notes before class from the textbook, and then adding teacher notes in a different colour afterwards? Last year I spent a lot of time rewriting my notes because I simply cannot write fast enough in class and I miss information. The type of class makes mindmaps a struggle except for very particular subject areas. I wanted to take my laptop into class to take notes, but my teacher doesn't allow it. I spend hours everyday trying to type my notes before class, but it cuts my time for rewriting in half. Would you say that there was a more efficient way for me to get around this?

[@rebelmcabee4109]

Can you do one on why you use a iPad

[@becomingdoctorkal]

Mariana what were u using in the beginning of ur video..it looks like word but i dont think it is Plz answer if u see this, i really want to use it

[@kamiyalanae]

Loved it 🌸

[@kimberliecardenas7032]

Hi Mariana. Love your videos! Can I ask what note app you have used in your last few videos? Thanks xoxo

[@divyasharma4388]

Plz make video on how u make videos and edit them plz mariana

[@shofiihunterforever]

I love your videossss

[@saanika574]

Which model of iPad is that ?

[@DomidoshkaLika]

Marina, what program did you use on your iPad for doing notes 📝 (highlight, side notes, stickers)? Also which digital calendar do you use? Thank you!

[@XzibltZ1]

Good Notes and Pagico (not available on the App Store)

[@DomidoshkaLika]

Closerr Thank you!

[@msaidely]

Yo Mariana, happy birthday ; )

[@jasnaamkaur8278]

Can I ask the programme you are using on your iPad please

[@sirenaron9144]

does anyone know the app that she is using to add the "post it note" to her reading material? It would really help me with my notes while studying my reading material! thank you in advance!

[@mariana-vieira]

I am using Goodnotes and the post-it note is a png file inserted as an image 😊

[@abigaillois]

Wow! What is the app you use to do your readings + writing annotations on your readings ~

[@BellaAtkins]

What app are you using to read/edit/annotate your PDFs? 😊

[@lydianihad4817]

Can you share with us all the apps and softwares you used in this video?

[@Vinispicks]

Perfect timing. Thanks for this.

[@xiaowenchen5918]

hI, can anyone tell me how to split screen on ipad

[@mahnoorakhtar2831]

1st I got 2 months free for skill share I have always wanted to do it but never had the money. Thx so much my lifesaver. Oh it said I was and I kept refreshing the page but it still said I was first Oh it says I was here 5 minutes ago and you were here 1 minute ago But it’s ok we don’t wanna argue in Marianas comments

[@nightcore1124]

Mahnoor Akhtar I'm first

[@harperrussell5418]

What note app do you use on your IPad??

[@Illusive270]

what app are you using on your iPad for notes and everything?

[@DaiaGi]

Really helpful!

[@carminabatara]

What apps do you use to study, i have a chromebook and i dont have those features that you do in my laptop

[@31wangwang]

Hello! What app are you using? PLEASE!!!

[@kylebasan2279]

What iPad do you use?

[@mariandrade7629]

Mariana, que software de calendário é esse que você está usando?

[@mizawani6947]

Do you make notes during lecture or just add some notes in the textbook?

[@NatashaKornak]

What app were you using for mind mapping?

[@Sweetxcream]

Where did you get your sticky note that you had on your notes?

[@tanjack31]

was wondering the same thing!