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In this podcast, Brainscape’s founder and CEO, Andrew Cohen, discusses why highlighters are the most misused study tool.
In this video, we answer the following questions:
0:00 - Intro
0:19 - The myth of highlighters and productivity
0:58 - Highlighting is a static and linear activity
1:58 - How to use reading time to prepare for efficient study
3:47 - How to use highlighters effectively
4:46 - Conclusion
We hope this podcast finally helps you understand why there are much better study tools than highlighters—don't forget to give it a thumbs up—and that you now have the tools you need to study better, like Brainscape, your ultimate study weapon!
If you’re looking for help with your studies, don’t forget to check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com) for millions of flashcards that have already been created, or create your own for any subject you’re learning about.
You can download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
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For other fantastic study resources check out:
https://www.brainscape.com/academy/
📚🧠 Brainscape is the leading adaptive flashcard app that uses the power of cognitive science and spaced repetition to help you study faster and remember information longer. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning a new language, or just trying to improve your memory, Brainscape gives you smarter study tools to boost your focus and make learning more effective.
Join millions of students, teachers, and professionals using Brainscape to study smarter, not harder — anytime, anywhere, on any device.
📚 Check out Brainscape.com for millions of flashcards that have already been created—or create your own for any subject you're learning.
📲 Download our app:
iOS – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
Looking for a steady stream of tips and tricks on studying, productivity, and personal habit development? Subscribe and ring the bell and we’ll notify you when Brainscape drops a new podcast. You'll find our in-depth study guides over at https://www.brainscape.com/academy/.
In this podcast, Brainscape’s founder and CEO, Andrew Cohen, shares his spicy take (read: personal opinion) on why most Americans shouldn’t necessarily go to college—hear him out!—and what you should consider before signing up for student loan debt.
In this podcast, he explains:
0:00 - His hot take: that most Americans shouldn’t necessarily go to college
0:30 - What Brainscape is and how it could help you in college
0:50 - Why his take isn’t an anti-education manifesto
1:45 - Why cost (and student loan debt) counts against the decision to go to college
4:50 - How you can tap into the intangible benefits of college without actually going
7:32 - Who should go to college
If you’re struggling with the decision to go to college or want to consider this potential chapter from a different perspective, we hope this podcast brings you some clarity! If you liked it, please show us some love and give it a thumbs up!
And if and when you do go to college, Brainscape is here to help you study and learn as efficiently and painlessly as humanly possible! So don’t forget to check us out (https://www.brainscape.com) for millions of flashcards that have already been created, or create your own for any subject you’re learning about!
You can download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
#college #collegedecisions #shouldigotocollege #reasonsforandagainstcollege #collegadvice #collegeadmissions #collegehowtodecide
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Thanks for watching! If you want to learn more, check out the following article:
https://www.brainscape.com/academy/should-i-go-to-grad-school/
For other fantastic study resources check out:
https://www.brainscape.com/academy/
📚🧠 Brainscape is the leading adaptive flashcard app that uses the power of cognitive science and spaced repetition to help you study faster and remember information longer. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning a new language, or just trying to improve your memory, Brainscape gives you smarter study tools to boost your focus and make learning more effective.
Join millions of students, teachers, and professionals using Brainscape to study smarter, not harder — anytime, anywhere, on any device.
📚 Check out Brainscape.com for millions of flashcards that have already been created—or create your own for any subject you're learning.
📲 Download our app:
iOS – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
In this video, discover how to successfully learn a new language as an older adult. We’ll explore why language learning feels harder with age, ways to overcome these challenges, and the many cognitive and social benefits, including improved brain health and new social connections. Plus, we’ll share the best techniques, from immersion to spaced repetition, for rapid progress in language mastery. Whether you’re just starting or picking up where you left off, join us for expert tips to maximize your language-learning potential!
For more details, check out Brainscape's full guide: https://www.brainscape.com/academy/learn-language-older-age/
📚🧠 Brainscape is the leading adaptive flashcard app that uses the power of cognitive science and spaced repetition to help you study faster and remember information longer. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning a new language, or just trying to improve your memory, Brainscape gives you smarter study tools to boost your focus and make learning more effective.
Join millions of students, teachers, and professionals using Brainscape to study smarter, not harder — anytime, anywhere, on any device.
📚 Check out Brainscape.com for millions of flashcards that have already been created—or create your own for any subject you're learning.
📲 Download our app:
iOS – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
In this video, learn the essentials of effective product knowledge training to boost team performance and customer satisfaction. We cover the benefits of product training, strategies for creating engaging sessions, and tools to streamline the learning process—like spaced repetition and interactive resources. Perfect for sales teams, support staff, and managers, this guide equips you to build product expertise confidently and quickly.
Check out the full article on Brainscape for a deeper dive:(https://www.brainscape.com/academy/product-knowledge-training/).
📚🧠 Brainscape is the leading adaptive flashcard app that uses the power of cognitive science and spaced repetition to help you study faster and remember information longer. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning a new language, or just trying to improve your memory, Brainscape gives you smarter study tools to boost your focus and make learning more effective.
Join millions of students, teachers, and professionals using Brainscape to study smarter, not harder — anytime, anywhere, on any device.
📚 Check out Brainscape.com for millions of flashcards that have already been created—or create your own for any subject you're learning.
📲 Download our app:
iOS – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
Secrets to passing the Praxis Elementary Education Subtests
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In this video, certified Social Studies and English teacher, Justin Gallagher—who has passed several Praxis exams with flying colors—gives some really actionable tips for taking any of Praxis’s exams but specifically their suite of Elementary Education Subtests. Some of the topics he covers include:
0:00 - Intro
1:02 - The top mistake to avoid (that many students make)
2:01 - When to take your first Praxis practice test
4:26 - The best study tool to efficiently learn all the necessary material
6:34 - Good exam day strategies to minimize stress
We hope this video sends you into your Praxis exam prep with both eyes open—don't forget to give it a thumbs up—and that you now have the tools you need to rise to your challenge!
(And if you’re looking for those flashcards Justin was talking about, you’ll find them here: https://www.brainscape.com/learn/praxis-5004-elem-ed-social-studies)
If you’re looking for help with your studies, don’t forget to check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com) for millions of flashcards that have already been created, or create your own for any subject you’re learning about.
You can download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
#Praxis #Praxisstudyguide #PraxisElementaryEducation #Praxisstudytips #teacherexamtips
📚🧠 Brainscape is the leading adaptive flashcard app that uses the power of cognitive science and spaced repetition to help you study faster and remember information longer. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning a new language, or just trying to improve your memory, Brainscape gives you smarter study tools to boost your focus and make learning more effective.
Join millions of students, teachers, and professionals using Brainscape to study smarter, not harder — anytime, anywhere, on any device.
📚 Check out Brainscape.com for millions of flashcards that have already been created—or create your own for any subject you're learning.
📲 Download our app:
iOS – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
How to use metrics to motivate yourself to study
Dreading those study sessions? Turn that frown upside down with data-driven motivation! This video dives into how using productivity metrics can supercharge your study sessions. Learn effective study techniques and discover study motivation techniques that leverage the power of progress tracking. See how metrics can transform your studying into a rewarding and productive experience.
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In this video, Andrew discusses:
0:00 Why do some students always seem motivated to study?
0:31 How to motivate yourself to study by using your brain’s hardwiring to be engaged with stories.
2:01 How tracking your studies keeps you motivated
Looking for help with your studies or to help your students? Check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com), which offers millions of flashcards that have already been created, or create your own for any subject you’re learning about. Discount code YOUTUBE10 for 10% - available on website purchases only.
You can download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal&hl=en_US&gl=US
📚🧠 Brainscape is the leading adaptive flashcard app that uses the power of cognitive science and spaced repetition to help you study faster and remember information longer. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning a new language, or just trying to improve your memory, Brainscape gives you smarter study tools to boost your focus and make learning more effective.
Join millions of students, teachers, and professionals using Brainscape to study smarter, not harder — anytime, anywhere, on any device.
📚 Check out Brainscape.com for millions of flashcards that have already been created—or create your own for any subject you're learning.
📲 Download our app:
iOS – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
6 Tips for tailoring curricula for better student retention rates
Struggling with low student retention rates? This video gives you 6 powerful tips on tailoring your curriculum to boost engagement and knowledge retention! Learn how to keep your students motivated and on track to succeed. Packed with actionable strategies and knowledge retention techniques, this video is a must-watch for educators looking to improve student outcomes.
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Looking for help with your studies or to help your students? Check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com), which offers millions of flashcards that have already been created, or create your own for any subject you’re learning about. Discount code YOUTUBE10 for 10% - available on website purchases only.
You can download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal&hl=en_US&gl=US
📚🧠 Brainscape is the leading adaptive flashcard app that uses the power of cognitive science and spaced repetition to help you study faster and remember information longer. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning a new language, or just trying to improve your memory, Brainscape gives you smarter study tools to boost your focus and make learning more effective.
Join millions of students, teachers, and professionals using Brainscape to study smarter, not harder — anytime, anywhere, on any device.
📚 Check out Brainscape.com for millions of flashcards that have already been created—or create your own for any subject you're learning.
📲 Download our app:
iOS – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of online learning tools for students. Discover the most efficient way of learning and explore various platforms tailored to student needs. Whether you're aiming for academic excellence or seeking to enhance your skills, join us as we unravel the best strategies and tools for effective learning. Tune in to find out how you can revolutionize your learning journey!
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In this video, Andrew discusses:
0:00 Technology to help enhance student retention
0:19 What is spaced repetition, and why is it important?
2:45 How the benefits of spaced repetition compound over time
4:19 Level the playing field for all students so they don’t forget everything they learn
Looking for help with your studies or to help your students? Check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com), which offers millions of flashcards that have already been created, or create your own for any subject you’re learning about. Discount code YOUTUBE10 for 10% - available on website purchases only.
You can download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal&hl=en_US&gl=US
📚🧠 Brainscape is the leading adaptive flashcard app that uses the power of cognitive science and spaced repetition to help you study faster and remember information longer. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning a new language, or just trying to improve your memory, Brainscape gives you smarter study tools to boost your focus and make learning more effective.
Join millions of students, teachers, and professionals using Brainscape to study smarter, not harder — anytime, anywhere, on any device.
📚 Check out Brainscape.com for millions of flashcards that have already been created—or create your own for any subject you're learning.
📲 Download our app:
iOS – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
Unlock the secrets to better memory retention in this enlightening video. Explore proven techniques backed by the science of learning to enhance your ability to remember. Whether you're a student preparing for exams, a professional seeking to improve cognitive function, or simply someone eager to boost memory power, this video is for you. Dive deep into effective strategies and practical tips on how to retain memory better. Watch now and embark on a journey to a sharper, more efficient memory!
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In this video, Andrew discusses:
0:00 Types of memory
2:01 Benefits of declarative knowledge
3:27 How knowledge and skills evolve together
4:19 Two main pedagogy theories and what they mean: Behavorist & Constructivist
6:21 Passive vs Active learning
8:46 What is active recall?
10:18 Understanding retrieval practice and the forgetting curve
12:49 The differences between retaining memory and constructing memory
Looking for help with your studies or to help your students? Check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com), which offers millions of flashcards that have already been created, or create your own for any subject you’re learning about. Discount code YOUTUBE10 for 10% - available on website purchases only.
You can download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal&hl=en_US&gl=US
📚🧠 Brainscape is the leading adaptive flashcard app that uses the power of cognitive science and spaced repetition to help you study faster and remember information longer. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning a new language, or just trying to improve your memory, Brainscape gives you smarter study tools to boost your focus and make learning more effective.
Join millions of students, teachers, and professionals using Brainscape to study smarter, not harder — anytime, anywhere, on any device.
📚 Check out Brainscape.com for millions of flashcards that have already been created—or create your own for any subject you're learning.
📲 Download our app:
iOS – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
Get ready for the Digital SAT with College Greg's top-notch guidance! Learn how you should be adjusting to the new Digital SAT and get valuable insights into the digital SAT format. #SATprep #DigitalSATtips #CollegeGreg
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With his ‘College Greg' YouTube channel and website ‘Test Best Academy’, Greg Williams' personal mission is to help students with their college applications and SAT/ACT, making the college application process as EASY, STRESS-FREE and FUN as possible.
https://testbestacademy.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDG0iLg21_RPwiunr_ngPrg
In this video Greg answers:
0:00 What are the changes being made to the SAT?
2:41 How does this affect students' SAT prep?
3:03 What are some tools you recommend for effective SAT prep?
4:15 Do you really need to take the SAT?
5:01 What's the difference between the SAT and the ACT?
6:45 Do the SAT changes impact a student’s decision to take it in the first place?
“College Greg” Williams, Test Best Academy
www.CollegeGreg.com/about-greg
@collegegreg @testbestacademy
SCORING HIGH ON THE SAT / ACT gives you a better chance of getting into better colleges.
The SAT exam is offered nationally every year in August, October, November, December, March, May, and June.
Looking for help with your studies? Check out Brainscape (https://www.brainscape.com), which offers millions of flashcards that have already been created, or create your own for any subject you’re learning about. Discount code YOUTUBE10 for 10% - available on website purchases only.
You can download our app here:
iOS - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal&hl=en_US&gl=US
📚🧠 Brainscape is the leading adaptive flashcard app that uses the power of cognitive science and spaced repetition to help you study faster and remember information longer. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning a new language, or just trying to improve your memory, Brainscape gives you smarter study tools to boost your focus and make learning more effective.
Join millions of students, teachers, and professionals using Brainscape to study smarter, not harder — anytime, anywhere, on any device.
📚 Check out Brainscape.com for millions of flashcards that have already been created—or create your own for any subject you're learning.
📲 Download our app:
iOS – https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainscape-smart-flashcards/id442415567
Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainscape.mobile.portal
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Welcome to Brainscape's Knowledge Rehab -- the interactive podcast that’ll make you a more interesting person to talk to (and smarter, too) with every episode you listen to!Join us every week as we…