The ASR Learner
You are a learner with an auditory, solitary, and right-brain-dominated learning style. You have strong listening skills that allow you to excel in long lectures and discussions where other students tend to falter. You prefer to study alone as opposed to with others because of your isolated nature which helps you stay on track and focus on your goals. You thrive at abstract and creative tasks which allow you to view concepts from entirely unique perspectives.
General Study 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. Find a place in your home that is fully dedicated to study as this trains your brain to hyperfocus.
5. Set frequent goals and create a study schedule that is rewarding to gives you motivation.
6. Figure out how to explain concepts and definitions in your own words to improve memory capacity.
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 Strategy: 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.
Why Active Recall: Active Recall strengthens memory through verbal repetition, ideal for auditory learners. The solitary study aligns with their preference for individual work, while the creative aspects of recalling information fit the right-brain dominance.