THREE Rs OF MEMORY

Reception

We can’t remember what we don’t receive

• become more attentive and observant
• use as many of your senses as possible
• ask questions to clarify
• survey a chapter before reading
• review notes before going into class
• avoid or eliminate distracters

Retention

The main task is to transfer information from short-term into long-term memory

• make a conscious effort to remember
• underline, highlight, annotate textbooks and notes
• organize information using mind maps, charts, outlines
• review as soon as possible after learning
• recite to improve retention
• do all assignments
• tell someone else what you have learned
• find a reason to remember

Recollection

Recall during tests and exams is the critical time for students

• plan sufficient time for study and review

• organize information to be studied

• use your best sensory modalities
• give yourself practice tests
• clear your mind of outside interference
• eat properly and get enough rest before the test