When Students Are Required to Learn New Material for a Class

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Essay

When students are required to learn new material for a class, they typically want the material to be clearly organized and easy to study. Additionally, students often prefer to cram material in long study sessions and to feel that they are learning the material quickly. What does research indicate about these studying habits? Based on this research, suggest two ways students can improve their performance on tests.

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Definitions:

Extracurricular Activities

Activities that students participate in outside of the regular academic curriculum, such as sports, clubs, music, and arts, which can contribute to their personal and educational development.

Effectiveness Rates

The proportion or percentage in which a particular treatment, procedure, or strategy achieves its intended purpose.

African American

An ethnic group in the United States with total or partial ancestry from any of the black racial groups of Africa.

College Students

Individuals enrolled in an institution of higher education, typically pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees.