Can you remember what you learned last week? How about last month? Spaced learning is an INCREDIBLY powerful strategy for getting knowledge into memory - and making it stick there. Renowned Dr Carolina Kuepper-Tetzel of the Learning Scientists project and Teaching Innovation & Learning Enhancement network joins us to break down exactly what you need to know to get up and running with spaced learning. Your grades will never be the same again...! Twitter: @PimpMyMemory Learning Scientists: htt...
Mar 07, 2021•32 min•Ep. 47
The most important thing I can teach you is to use retrieval practice a lot and to use it well. So that's what I'm doing today: sit back, we're going deeper than ever before into this critically important learning strategy. With thanks to cameo appearances from Dr Yana Weinstein Jones (Episodes 45 and 7), Dr Caroline Kuepper-Tetzel (next week, Episode 47), Dr Adam Putnam (Episode 11) and Michael from my upcoming "student stories" series. Download Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning scien...
Mar 01, 2021•31 min•Ep. 46
Welcome to "Science Of Learning" season on the Exam Study Expert podcast! Over the next few weeks, we'll be maximising YOUR memory - breaking down the exact strategies you need to learn faster and remember more, with help from some of the world's leading memory psychologists. We're kicking things off with a golden extract from the archives: Dr Yana Weinstein-Jones, a cognitive psychologist and science communicator, explaining the SIX main learning strategies that science tells us will get you bi...
Feb 21, 2021•34 min•Ep. 45
Ever felt like you're not good enough? Not worthy? Like the admissions tutors must have made a mistake? Imposter syndrome is more common than you might have thought, especially in elite schools and universities, on competitive graduate programmes, and even among professional academics. Hear a range of stories from real students and academics, and discover some top tips for keeping those pesky doubts in check! * Hosted by William Wadsworth , memory psychologist, independent researcher and 1:1 aca...
Feb 14, 2021•20 min•Ep. 44
One question I hear possibly more than any other single question is “how can I increase my motivation to study”? Today, we're cutting through the endless advice you can find on the Internet and getting right to the heart of the science of motivation Let's discover what really works and what doesn’t when it comes to finding your get up and go! I'm joined by Dr Erika Patall, one of the most prolific and respected stars of modern research into motivation in education, whose work you can find at htt...
Feb 07, 2021•34 min•Ep. 43
Discover the secrets of how mastering your mindset can set you up for success with renowned mindset scholar, Professor Timothy D. Wilson. Why does mindset matter? How to change the stories you tell yourself, and put yourself on the path to success? How to respond to disappointment and setbacks? Professor Wilson is the author of one of my all-time favourite books on mindset and motivation, "Redirect: Changing The Stories We Live By". It's outstanding. I'd highly encourage you to get a copy here: ...
Jan 31, 2021•37 min•Ep. 42
What's on your list of things you'd like to do more of (or less of) this year? It's one thing to fantasise about the things you'd like to do better, it's quite another to ACTUALLY DO THEM. Change isn't easy. But help is at hand: Learn how to become a master of your actions with 10 powerful strategies from psychology to help you overcome resistance to change, and start taking action on the things that are important to you. Let's make this the year you CRUSH your goals! * Hosted by William Wadswor...
Jan 22, 2021•43 min•Ep. 41
How to change when change is hard? Discover what's holding you back from making the changes you want to make in your study routines - and in your life. In this Part 1 of a 2-part special, it's time to meet your inner caveman. Make this the year you become a master of your own actions. For more exam success tips, download the free cheat sheet at https://ExamStudyExpert.com/freetips. * Hosted by William Wadsworth , memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitiou...
Jan 17, 2021•16 min•Ep. 40
To kick off 2021, I am THRILLED to welcome one of the true founding fathers of the field of personal productivity: Brian Tracy. You may have heard of the "eat the frog" principle: it was made famous in a book of the same name by Brian which went on to sell 2.5 million copies in 51 languages. Brian has recently been focusing on adapting his world-famous time management strategies for students, to help them work smarter, accomplish more, and simply feel happier about life. He shares all in today's...
Jan 05, 2021•33 min•Ep. 39
Keeping work and life in balance, and the art of stopping, with my "four levels" of breaks. Enjoy. Hosted by William Wadsworth , memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress. BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge your exam success: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/ Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read th...
Dec 21, 2020•13 min•Ep. 38
We're hurtling towards the end of the year, so I've dug into the listener mailbag to answer some of YOUR frequently asked questions about how to study! 0.50: Tricks for getting "unstuck" by zooming out and zooming in 2.55: Problems sleeping 6.40: How to take better notes 9.55: The power of "pre-testing" yourself, and how to do it 12.50: What to do the day before an exam Hosted by William Wadsworth , memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to ...
Dec 11, 2020•21 min•Ep. 37
Join legendary chemist Dr Peter Wothers MBE to discover the magical, explosive world of chemistry! Why study chemistry Applying for chemistry at university level The gap between (high) school level science and university level How to succeed when studying chemistry * * * * * * * Special offer for Exam Study Expert podcast listeners: for expert preparation + mock interviews to maximise your chances of getting an offer to study science at British Universities (including tailored options for Oxbrid...
Dec 01, 2020•30 min•Ep. 36
So, you want to be a doctor? Dr Rohan Agarwal from uniadmissions.co.uk talks us through what it takes to land an offer to study medicine in the UK. If you're interested in applying for med school, the team at uniadmissions.co.uk have an impressive track record in supporting candidates in landing their offers - and if you mention you're an Exam Study Expert podcast listener when you apply, they'll even offer you an extra free mock interview. Visit uniadmissions.co.uk to book a consultation and ge...
Nov 27, 2020•46 min•Ep. 35
Mark de Rond is a Professor at the Judge Business School in Cambridge. He's perhaps best known for his unique and fascinating approach to research on teamwork and high performance, which has seen him living alongside elite rowers, walking with peace activists, and even living among trauma doctors working in a war zone (Afghanistan). He joins us today to share his insights on: Studying business at undergraduate level Studying for an MBA What business schools look for in their applicants What to e...
Nov 26, 2020•24 min•Ep. 34
"You weren't born to fit in: you were born to stand out". Discover how to land that coveted internship or grad programme with ace career coach, Sonal Bahl. The mistakes that will get your CV rejected (and how to avoid them) The "C.P.R." formula for interview prep A "Jedi mind trick" to play on your interviewer The thing 95% of people don’t do that will help you stand out Find more from Sonal at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonalbahl/ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu...
Nov 09, 2020•30 min•Ep. 33
What does it take to get accepted to the course of your dreams? This week, it's all about acing the interview! I'm talking mainly about applying for university and college, but the strategies also work really well in interviews for competitive schools or postgraduate programmes. I'm sharing my "Four Ps" of interview technique - of which two are pretty advanced strategies you're unlikely to find anywhere else. Together, they'll help you shine on interview day, and give you the best possible chanc...
Nov 03, 2020•20 min•Ep. 32
There's growing scientific evidence that meditation, especially mindfulness training, can have a profoundly positive impact on a mind-bogglingly wide range of aspects of our performance as students. Soothing stress or anxiety. Helping you sleep. Sharpening focus and concentration. Supporting good mental and physical health. Even helping you learn faster and remember more. Tune in to find out more, and discover how you could get started today, with help from today's special guest, Claire Kelly, f...
Oct 27, 2020•27 min•Ep. 31
This episode is all about how to take your study hours to the MAX, while keeping enough balance in your life to avoid overwork, exhaustion and stress. For the first time, I'm sharing the EXACT study routine I used to graduate in the top 10% of my class on a competitive course at Cambridge University. As a student psychologist, I was already applying the science of the brain to work harder and smarter. In this episode, I'll break down: How I was managing my time: hour by hour, and life-hacks I wa...
Oct 20, 2020•26 min•Ep. 30
Chris Bailey - "the most productive man you could hope to meet" according to TED - joins us today to help you get focused, get productive, and get your work DONE! Learn how to manage your time, energy and attention so that you can breeze through your study to-do list in record time, freeing up more of your time for the things you want to spend it on. Chris is the international bestselling author of two excellent books: - The Productivity Project: Proven Ways To Become More Awesome (Get your copy...
Oct 13, 2020•37 min•Ep. 29
There's some incredible wisdom to be found on my bookshelf. Today, I pick out some of the BEST tips and tricks to be found in five of my most-loved books about studying and learning, so you can incorporate the advice into your study routine right away, all without having to do any reading! These "top five" books are shortlisted from the 21 favourite books about studying and learning I keep on a special bookshelf behind my desk. Browse the full list here https://examstudyexpert.com/books-and-guid...
Oct 06, 2020•27 min•Ep. 28
Celebrating the launch of a brand new season of weekly episodes, NY Times bestseller Kendra Adachi is here to talk us through how we can be a "lazy geniuses" about student life: being "genius" about what matters and "lazy" about everything else. We talk about the secrets to great foundations for life as a student, covering everything from cooking to making friends, organising your schedule, and even how to get your laundry done in record time! Kendra's bestselling book The Lazy Genius Way is ava...
Sep 29, 2020•40 min•Ep. 27
In the second of our two "summer specials", we're joined by Florence Bavanandan, who specialises in helping people speak confidently and clearly (even if they're not naturally confident). We talk about why speaking is so important in education - from the classroom to university / job interviews - and share some simple strategies you can use to level up your speaking skills. From now on, when you talk, the world is going to sit up and takes notice! Get more from Florence: Website: https://clearvo...
Jul 30, 2020•30 min•Ep. 26
Want to get more studying done, in less time? Whether you're working through assignments, writing essays or dissertations, or learning for upcoming tests or exams, here are three killer strategies to help you get quality work done, faster. Download Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips * ABOUT YOUR HOST: William Wadsworth , Founder & Learning Scientist at Exam Study Expert “Memory psycho...
Nov 14, 2019•21 min•Ep. 24
Want to actually remember what you learn in your classes and lectures each day? Now you can, with my new 5-minute-a-day study habit to transform your memory, and retain more of what you're taught. Download Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips * ABOUT YOUR HOST: William Wadsworth , Founder & Learning Scientist at Exam Study Expert “Memory psychologist, independent researcher and study sk...
Nov 07, 2019•13 min•Ep. 23
The second instalment of our summer "When I Grow Up" series, helping you decide on the path you want to take through education and life, equipping you with the practical tips and drive to get you where you want to go. Today, Dylan Morris talks about studying at Yale, Cambridge and Princeton, getting into these elite universities, and succeeding in the competitive and intellectual world of research science. Contact Dylan at dhmorris@princeton.edu, and see https://eeb.princeton.edu/people/dylan-h-...
Aug 06, 2019•36 min•Ep. 19
Welcome to a very special series of episodes on Exam Study Expert, where we're unpacking the lives of individuals who have achieved success in a certain field, figuring out what motivated them when they were at school and university, finding out what they chose to study and why, and learning their top tips for success in their own field, or in life generally. Today: the most inspiring story I've had the privilege of telling here on the podcast, the tale of a boy from a Fijian village with no ele...
Jul 23, 2019•37 min•Ep. 18
Are you doing a PhD, or considering doing one some day in the future? We interviewed six current and former PhD candidates at some of the world's great universities - Oxford, Cambridge, Princeton - to get the low-down on what it's really like. They share some great wisdom, sometimes with the benefit of a little hindsight, for how to approach your PhD to make life that bit easier. If you're in the middle of a PhD or about to start one, you'll learn a highly actionable set of tips for: - Managing ...
Jun 26, 2019•21 min•Ep. 17
Ever wondered how to get the most marks you can in multiple-choice papers? Tricks to improve your guessing, what the science says about strategies for maximising your mark on multiple-choice, and avoiding traps the examiner might set for you: it’s all in here. This episode draws on nearly a decade of research into the art and science of getting the best possible mark on exam day, which underpins our new book, Outsmart Your Exams , which is available here: https://geni.us/exams ABOUT YOUR HOST: W...
Jun 15, 2019•10 min•Ep. 16
Strategies for dealing with test-day nerves and exam-week anxiety: discover the counterintuitive science behind “the butterflies”, and learn to tame them, with these seven strategies from psychology. This episode draws on nearly a decade of research into the art and science of getting the best possible mark on exam day, which underpins our new book, Outsmart Your Exams , which is available here: https://geni.us/exams ABOUT YOUR HOST: William Wadsworth, Founder & Learning Scientist at Exam St...
Jun 15, 2019•11 min•Ep. 15
Today's episode features a panel of guests: teachers, professors, tutors, even students, sharing some of their favourite exam-taking strategies, together with some of my own all-time top tips for exam week and the exam hall. An ingenious set of techniques to help maximise your mark in the exam itself. Learn more about Outsmart Your Exams , the first book from Exam Study Expert, at https://geni.us/exams ABOUT YOUR HOST: William Wadsworth, Founder & Learning Scientist at Exam Study Expert “Mem...
Jun 06, 2019•18 min•Ep. 14
