6 strategies to help teens study smarter not harder

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Have you been searching for "how to study smarter, not harder" or "study skills for teens"? You're not alone! Whether you are a teacher, parent, or tutor, spring is test-taking season, and we all need some fresh ideas and reminders of proven strategies.

Many students struggle with how to study effectively, but the good news is that there are proven strategies to help teens study smarter, not harder.

Today's blog post reviews 6 strategies and gives you a free printable, perfect for a student handout or to post on the wall of a study area.

Not every study technique works for everyone, but trying a few new methods can boost learning, improve recall, and make studying less stressful. Whether its how to use notes more effectively or how to study beyond just rereading the textbook, this list of study skills for teens will help take control of learning. By organizing study time and space, students improve their ability to retain information, recall it when needed, and have more free time for the things they enjoy.

Here are six proven ways to study smarter, not harder! Click the link to visit the site.

Plus the link to the free printable is at the bottom of the blog post.

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Jennifer

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