Study Smart, Study Less: Earn Better Grades and Higher Test Scores, Learn Study Habits That Get Fast Results, and Discover Your Study Persona

by Anne Crossman

Reap the rewards of a higher GPA without sacrificing your sanity or your social life!
 
If “I studied all night and I still didn’t ace the test” is your mantra, this witty study guide will help you pinpoint your personal learning style, prevent study mishaps, and work to your strengths. Using the best research on memory and the brain, Study Smart, Study Less offers easy techniques to help you:
 
•  absorb info quickly
•  remember it accurately
•  create a successful study space
•  put together a productive study group
•  use interactive games to master tough material
•  identify pitfalls—and avoid falling into them
•  and stop overstudying (no—this isn’t a typo)
 
By learning how to learn, you’ll not only feel smarter, you’ll be smarter.

Genres: Nonfiction, Education, Self Help, College, School

122 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2011

Reviews

[Brian Fawcett · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a student entering my second year of college, I still had my issues with studying; Study Smart, Study Less was a quick and easy tool to start my year off right! Through several quick exercises, I learned how my brain best retains information. It showed me how I personally need to study to reap the most benefits in the least amount of time. From that, I was able to immediately start applying my study strengths to the book itself in the latter chapters. Mix that with all the other tips, examples, and stories along the way; and now I’m a lean mean memorizing machine, ha ha.

I’d recommend Anne Crossman’s book not just for middle school, high school and college students, but for anyone who would like to improve their study habits/memorizing ability.

[Lisa Sparkle · Rating 5 out of 5]

great little book. tips are fantastic.

[Anna Shiverdecker · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this book has a lot of good information available very quickly. It pointed out a lot of things I could do as well as help me understand things about myself and the way I learn. I recommend this book to anyone in high school or lower. A lot of stuff could even be applied to college students though it is targeted more towards high school students. I feel a lot can be learned from this quick read that could really help you academically.

[Arlian · Rating 5 out of 5]

This approach is very different from "How to Study" by Fry, it's mostly a collection of different styles of note taking. At first, I thought this book was just alright because it wasn't what I was expecting. Then, however I went back to school and I realized this book was *amazing*. Seriously. If you need to study something, no matter your age or subject, you NEED this book.

[Javatis Midget · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a great induction on study tips! I picked up a few things from this book; however it didn't wow me. A lot of the techniques I already knew. Nonetheless, if you are a struggling student looking for ways to improve your learning skillls, this book would be a good start!!!

[Krissa · Rating 2 out of 5]

Most of the tips featured in this book are things that I already know. I appreciate the funny tone in the writing, but I wish it was more straight to the point and more formal in a way.

[Eren · Rating 4 out of 5]

I stumbled upon this book unexpectedly, but I found it highly instructive. The question raised by Anne in preface is exactly my confusion for a long time: where come our delusion that students can "magically learned how to study" when, in reality, "few schools actually offer courses in how to take notes." I feel relieved and down-to-earth after read this book.

From Anne, aseasoned teacher, a BA from Stanford and Duke, I know the reality that Western students, too, must exert great effort to excel academically.

The book is written in a student-friendly manner, making it easy to read and comprehend. Investing a few hours in learning from this book proves to be cost-efficient, providing benefits not only for children's education but also for lifelong learning.

The book throws out various effective study techniques and methods. It covers topics such as note-taking, time management, memory enhancement, and test preparation. Each technique is explained in detail, supported by examples and practical exercises. This hands-on approach helps readers apply the concepts directly, fostering an active learning experience.

I am incredibly grateful for Anne Crossman's unwavering dedication and commitment to helping students succeed. Her wealth of experience, accumulated over time, shines through in "Study Smart, Study Less," a book that offers hope and encouragement to students and their parents alike. Crossman's insights and strategies resonate particularly well with mediocre students, inspiring them to reach their full potential.

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superb for loaning out to students with weak study skills, with a very easy readability level. Crossman offers a long and creative list of study techniques to choose from, and students who borrow the book usually find something that works for them.

[Shivakukatla · Rating 2 out of 5]

The information and tips contained in this book are good but adviceble for only a particular regional or national educational systems mostly for the western countries. I couldn't find anything which would be much of a help for my academics and the studying structure of my country.

[calypso]

Helpful!

[Jade · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is not just very helpful, but funny and easy to read

[Carolynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tough read, but it helped me with motivating myself to push forward with exams and start a study group!

[Jenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick & Helpful

If you need to mix up your study skills this book will give you some great ideas. Great ideas and super easy to implement.

[Meresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Study smart

[Laura · Rating 3 out of 5]

Aimed at teens but a quick read with some good reminders. A lot of common knowledge study tips but sometimes it helps to hear them again.

[Rasack Yousof · Rating 4 out of 5]

I felt like it focus on school level students. Nevertheless, I found helpful tips and info

[gwtw.mhn · Rating 5 out of 5]

great tips, fun read.

[Thi T. · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like that Crossman uses her experience as a former English teacher to identify different study personas. I like the suggestion to make an appointment with a school counselor, and I think the point about studying being lonely is a good point to be made. This sentence actually is making me re-think listening to music while studying, and I've heard several variants of this, many of which end with the elitist gripe that classical is the only acceptable exception: "You may think listening to music helps you study more efficiently, but what it actually does is help pass the time". Her claim that you study in less time with no music, because you are more efficient, is an enticing one to test.

[Aaron Lozano · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought this book had a lot of valuable information for students, but was a little unclear on who the target audience was intended to be. In other words, I will share many techniques with my students, just not sure I will recommend it to them.

[Polly Callahan · Rating 2 out of 5]

There are other books (especially How to be a Straight A student) that do a better job.

[Angie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick and easy read with lots a great study tips.

[Rocio Corts · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read it all in one go. Really helpful. Made me see things I sure didn't know. Definitely a must-read for every student.

[Ernest · Rating 4 out of 5]

For 7th - 12th grade students. An excellent self teaching instruction book on the essential tools of study skills for academic success.

[Snow · Rating 4 out of 5]

The methods and tricks are informative and practical. However, it would be much better if illustrated with enough charts and pictures. Besides, techniques about taking exams should also be included.

[Ashley · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an informative little book with tips for studying, aimed predonimately at high school students. However the study models can be used in all levels of education, from primary to tertiary.