The ACR Learner
You are a learner with an auditory, communal and a right-brain-dominant learning style. You thrive in environments where information is given and received verbally, such as lectures, podcasts, and discussions. This works hand in hand with your communal skills, as working with others and problem solving in groups is your specialty! ACR learners perform exceptionally well in fields that require creativity, collaboration and verbal learning experiences.
General Tips
1. Listen to recordings while going back over your notes as it can help improve your memory.
2. Ask questions during class as verbal explanations will help you better understand the topic.
3. Create acronyms or catchy tunes when learning concepts or formulas as it helps with retention.
4. Engage in group discussions and debates so that you are able to get a multidimensional understanding.
5. Study with a reliable group of people who are able to keep you accountable for your learning.
6. Turn studying into a point or level-based game system with friends to help you find extrinsic motivation.
7. Use mind maps and flowcharts with lots of pictures to help you visualize your thought process.
8. Listen to instrumental or classical music to help you enjoy the process without distracting lyrics.
9. Reflect on the emotions tied to the topics studied to help you get a better understanding of its impact.
Suggested Technique: Active Recall
Active Recall is a study method where you must actively pull information from your mind without any prompts or hints. The steps are very simple. Take out a piece of paper and write down everything you remember about your last lesson on it. Don’t look at the class slideshow or the notes you took in class, just write what you remember.
This is insanely effective because instead of idly absorbing information or passively taking in knowledge you are actively searching for it. This strengthens neural conductivity in the brain and increases the capacity for long-term memory. Furthermore, Active Recall prevents the likelihood of blanking on a presentation or exam because it challenges your mind to work under stress. Active Recall is a simple yet effective method of confirming your understanding of knowledge taught in class and can aid you in remembering difficult concepts that you are uncertain about.
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Why Active Recall: Active Recall is effective in group discussions, enhancing auditory learning through verbal interaction. The creative and abstract nature of right-brain thinking is supported by the flexibility and dynamic approach of this method.