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Tricks To Learning

By Julia Austin

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Published: 20Jan2012
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Many of us want to start our own company revolving around a passion that we have. There is just one problem—we don't know much about creating websites, writing grants, or conducting business in general. Suddenly, we find ourselves taking classes again and feeling like college students, re-born. And, just like in college, we aren't captivated by everything we need to learn. In college, I let it slide and I accepted the B (and even a few C's) in the classes that I did not like. But, with the desire to start my own business, barely passing a class is just not an option, because I don't want to just barely start a business. So, I came up with some learning tips that I could have used years ago when I was still in school, but definitely come in handy today:

Sit at the very front.

Don't let yourself zone out. Put yourself in a position where you know the teacher is staring at you and will notice if you're not taking notes, have fallen asleep, or just seem uninterested. Sitting in the front also removes all of the distraction of students in front of you that you tend to get when sitting in the back.

Bring a tape recorder.

In college, many professors began the session by saying "it is okay if you'd like to record this." Little did they know, few students took advantage of that opportunity. But do now. Sometimes, your energy levels and the timing of the class do not coincide and you just don't have the will to take notes. If you record the session, you can essentially "re-attend" later when you know you'll be able to pay better attention.

Ask for examples.

Some teachers only teach concepts, but don't give examples. Whatever type of class it may be—science, literature, computer programming—if a teacher brings up anything, even the smallest action, ask him to demonstrate it or provide an example. This always helps the concept stick in your brain better.

Have fun.

Find out what makes learning fun for you. Is it taking class in nature? Find a class that meets outdoors! Is it having a young, attractive professor who you'll be happy to look at for a two-hour class? Research the different professors teaching the particular class before signing up for one! A video I saw about an endearing elderly gentleman who decides to take up an activity that has always terrified him—singing—emphasizes how learning in a way that is fun is so crucial if you want any chance of actually absorbing the information.

Julia Austin is a dating columnist who also covers luxury lifestyle and healthy living topics for various publications. Her subject matter ranges from eco-friendly hotels to first date tips and even methods on how to improve one's singing and voice techniques.

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