From: Why You Keep Putting Off Your Driving Theory Test
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Many teachers argue that the way we are taught to study is completely wrong. Reading a boring handbook over and over is passive. It makes your brain fall asleep. To actually learn, you need to test yourself constantly. Use flashcards, play theory games, or teach the rules to a friend. When you make learning active, it stops feeling like a chore. You will stop putting it off because it actually feels like a game.

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  • Passive reading is the least effective way to learn
  • Self-testing forces the brain to build stronger memories
  • Gamified learning reduces the mental barrier to starting
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