Study Smarter, Not Harder (Reference Series) Paperback – August 15, 2014

Many of the books I have purchased are because of classes (ah, college life), so that is why I purchased it. I was a TA for the same class, but with a different teacher, and after this experience, I can confirm that it's a relatively useful book. The language isn't confusing, the tips--however many that may seem like "common knowledge"--do work, if one so chooses to apply them. I think it's cute there's quotes from great historic figures every so often. Studying can be really hard for many, but there are good and helpful resources out there!

This book might be helpful for the following students:students who have never tried to study and don't know where to startstudents who have convinced themselves that they are too dumb to learnstudents who never had the chance to learn study skills from parentsIf you are in this group, I encourage you to buy the book; the advice will help you develop the right frame of mind for studying. However, conscientious students have already internalized this advice, with the possible exception of the relaxation techniques. For conscientious students, though, learning to breath deeply into the belly won't be worth the price of the book or the cost of reading it.Mainly, the book lacks concrete advice on how to make your study time more effective. A much better book is Adam Robinson's What Smart Students Know.

This book is very good. It taught me how to study the proper way and to increase my grades. However, it is a little repetitive. At times, it does not get to the main point. It speaks and speaks, until it reaches the punchline. The reason for this is very simple. The book needs to sell. It cannot be 20 pages only.

I'm a returning college student after working for about 7 years, and all I can say is that I wish I would have read this book a long, long time ago- before high school even. Parents, if you're looking for some assistance with a struggling teenager or college student- this book has some GREAT advice that contradicts many of the commonly accepted studying practices. I personally have seen a dramatic difference in my retention by employing some of these techniques. For the money (less than $15) it is definitely worth every penny.

If anyone is struggling with academia in any subject this is a great book to buy! It gives the reader a strong foundation and necessary skills to keep up with the constant pressures of school & getting the most out of your study time. I was skeptical at first but when I implemented the suggestions outlined in the book my study habits drastically improved along with my grades. If anyone is looking for a better way to study do not hesitate to purchase this miracle on manuscript.

I bought this book because I will be teaching freshmen college students so survival skills for college courses. This book is written clearly and is focused on practical skills. I highly recommend reading and following the suggestions.Partcularily good advise is on page 98 "it is about on simple choice: either you control your schoolwork, or it will control you." Another chapter is devoted to reading different kinds of books. Great!!

Great book. Really helping me get through school right now. Arrived quickly in pristine condition. Albeit one of my required textbooks I find a lot of useful ways in which I can better myself. Very pleased with my purchase. :)

I bought this books after a struggle in my workload in college, and i have to say that this book offered such an excellent and really good help. I got to know how my brain processes or receives the information. the book is really helpful. Its effect are immediate and i started to get straight As. seriously thanks Mr. Kevin

A good read!

This book covers all the main principles that you need for succeed on study: time management, motivation, mnemonic technics, how to prepare the material, how to prepare the local you're using for study, etc. It's a "must have" one. Even better than others memory books that only focus on the memory. Don't waste your time with other books. Go direct to the point!

One of the best books -giving how to go about studying for understanding and also for the examination, in saving time while following the steps indicated

I bought the kindle version and found that the book gives good advice on studying tips, very useful for young people and adults. Can use some of the guidance and transfer these skills that you learn in the book for other events in life.