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Here’s what the latest research says are the learning techniques that actually work: 1. Mixing up different kinds of problems instead of studying them in blocks(Example: Study verbs, nouns, and prepositions in the same study session.) 2. Testing yourself: with every lesson, develop short quizzes to test what you just learned, and keep using these … Read more

by Munira Idrees Indeed, the best speech is the speech of Allah (swt), and the best guidance is the guidance of Muhammad (saw). Allah (swt) informs us in the Quran: And you become [of] three kinds [i.e. separate groups]. [Quran, 56:7] For Muslims it is common knowledge that faith in the akhirah (eternal life after … Read more

By Marie Matney O you who have believed, remember Allah with much remembrance. [Quran, 33:41] Sometimes life rushes past us so quickly that we’re pulled further from Allah (swt) every day. Have you ever felt as if you were standing on the edge of the deepest abyss in the ocean and everyone and everything you … Read more

How Can Friends Help You Learn? Friends tend to collaborate more, spending more time together and elaborating on the material. Friends can relate learning material to shared experiences. Friends are familiar with how other friends think and express themselves, thus have a better idea of how to explain the material to each other. Friends can … Read more

You probably know the story of Aadam ‘alayhis salaam, but do you know how to make this story relevant to you? Do you know how Aadam ‘alahis salaam dealt with family issues? Or that two very important must-have habits are found in his story, as well as the secret of the importance of knowledge and … Read more

Bust a Move to Benefit Your Brain A recent study with mice indicates that voluntary exercise actually slows brain decline by 50%! Physical activity improves the growth of new brain cells as well as neural transmission (the process by which brain cells communicate with each other). This translates into huge boosts to memory and comprehension! … Read more

It Can’t Hurt to Ask— or Can it? You’ve often heard, There’s no harm in asking, but you probably know from experience that asking the wrong question to the wrong person at the wrong time can bring on a cranky reaction! Your brain is also fussy about what kind of questions you should be asking … Read more