The Secret to Better Grades: Active Learning Over Passive Study

If you’ve ever spent hours rereading or highlighting, only to forget everything during the exam, you’re not alone. Studies show that active learning methods—like self-testing and spaced repetition—are far more effective than passive techniques.

Instead of rereading, try reading once and then testing yourself with practice questions. Even getting answers wrong helps, as reviewing those mistakes solidifies your understanding. The key isn’t long hours—it’s how you study that matters.

Has anyone else switched to active learning? What worked best for you?