Wednesday 4 January 2017

5 Great Apps to Help College Students Ace Exams

So youre telling me that you want to ace your exams? Good! The world needs more ambitious students like you! In todays world, those that want to succeed have the tools at their fingertips. There are plenty of free apps that students can use to make studying a breeze! Isnt technology great?! Do you want to learn more about what Im referring to? Perfect! Youll find information on 5 greats apps you can use to ace exams below.


Anki

Chances are, if youre in college then you know about the value of flashcards. Flashcards are a fast and easy way to memorize information about any subject because, quite frankly, studying from flash cards is much more engaging than reading a bulky textbook.
Anki is an app that allows for flashcard studying on your phone. What does this mean to you? Instead of scurrying off to the library to study, instead, find a comfortable spot, pull out your phone and let studying commence.

Headspace

Have you ever felt so stressed out from school that your head feels like its about to explode? Yeah its not the best feeling in the world to experience. Headspace is an app that teaches you how to meditate. When students mediate, it can often lead to decreased stress and a more intense focus. Now doesnt that sound much better than pacing in your dorm room worried about your next test?!

ITunes U

Have you every wanted an Ivy league education but you have a community college budget?  Same. ITunes U is available to Apple users and it gives you access to free classes from the top universities. If your goal is to learn from the very best, ITunes U puts the very best in your finger tips. The truth is, different teachers reach students in different ways. If you are confused about a subject, perhaps hearing another teacher explain the topic will increase your likelihood of understanding the materials. Knowledge is power, and this app will give you knowledge.

Wunderlist

Have you ever been in a situation where you have three tests to study for on top of two group projects? We can all agree that those days are the worst and its easy to become unorganized. Download Wunderlist so you can begin to prioritize your time efficiently by making it easy for you to create and manage to-do lists. Even better, this app allows you to send your to-do lists to friends which can become particularly handy when youre working on a group project.

Rescue Time

Excuse me, hey, Im right here! Can you put your phone down and give social media a break? Ill be honest, its easy to get distracted going online or playing with your phone. Rescue Time is an app that tracks your online and cell phone use. This allows you to see how exactly you are spending your time. Chances are youll discover that you are distracted. Use this app to build time awareness. It doesnt take a UAB Online grad to know the importance of maximizing your time.  This app will lead you down the road of proper time management.

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