18/01/2025
Evidence-based Note-Taking to Halve Study Time and Double Memory Retention at University – an iCanStudy Interactive Workshop
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In this interactive, practical workshop, Archer Newton, iCanStudy's COO and one of the senior learning coaches, will present evidence-based, high-efficiency learning strategies to shed light on the techniques and approaches students can use to excel in their university assessments.
Recent research has exposed how the brain learns most effectively, emphasising the importance of higher-order thinking skills and self-regulated learning. Traditional study methods, such as highlighting, flashcards, and rote memorisation, often fall short for students, particularly when facing the challenges of university assessments.
After conducting a trend analysis on past years’ university assessment commentaries and survey results from educators, students, and academic advisors, these were the recurring issues and challenges identified:
- High volume and content load: Managing large amounts of information and content that need to be learnt and retained.
- Time management and work-life balance: Balancing study schedules with personal and academic responsibilities without relying on motivation and willpower.
- Retaining and applying the information: Ensuring the ability to remember key concepts and understand them deeply enough to solve complex problems.
- Effective preparation with limited support and materials: Strategising and optimising learning when resources, guidance, or access to quality materials are limited.
Our agenda during the workshop is to dive deep into each one of these challenges and discuss:
- Reasons why students struggle to overcome the identified challenge.
- Rapid, high-yield changes students can make to overcome these challenges
- A live demonstration and teaching of an evidence-based note-taking method to halve study time and double memory retention
- Long-term systems, strategies, and techniques students should train in to maximise their chances of success in university assessments.
Join us to revolutionise your approach to university assessment preparation and unlock your full academic potential!
Archer Newton Bio – Revolutionising Learning Through Cognitive Science (GUEST SPEAKER)
Archer Newton, Chief Operating Officer at iCanStudy, specialises in transforming the way that people learn using cognitive science and behavioural psychology. With a passion for high-performance productivity and a proven track record of helping others unlock their cognitive potential, Archer has worked with over 20,000 students globally, guiding them to improve learning efficiency by up to 10x through evidence-based strategies. His expertise extends beyond students, as he collaborates with educators and Fortune 100 companies, such as Google and Apple, to optimise productivity and performance.
As a Senior Learning Coach at iCanStudy, Archer completed an intensive, world-first program in higher-order thinking and self-regulated learning, equipping him with unparalleled skills in teaching and research. With over 100 workshops delivered worldwide, he specialises in memory enhancement, time management, exam preparation, and achieving flow states for peak performance. His teachings, which have garnered over two million views on social media, challenge conventional ideas about intelligence, revealing that extraordinary cognitive achievements are attainable for anyone.
Archer’s academic accomplishments highlight his exceptional mastery and dedication to learning. By the end of high school, he achieved a 99.95 ATAR—the highest possible ranking in Australian high schools, equivalent to first place nationally. He earned the equivalent of A* grades across nine final-year subjects, topped the state in four, and received high distinctions in two university-level courses. In medical school, Archer maintained a perfect GPA and achieved results two years ahead of his cohort while studying just seven hours per week.
Archer will share transformative insights from cognitive science and flow psychology in his upcoming learning skills workshop. Attendees will discover actionable, research-backed techniques for accelerating learning, boosting memory retention, and unlocking their brains' full potential. Archer envisions a new era of high-performance learning in which "becoming a genius" is not rare but accessible to all.
