For those of you who are not active on Facebook or LinkedIn, here are links to The Law School Playbook’s most recent posts:
Understanding the science behind spaced repetition and the forgetting curve may increase your motivation to work through your cards. Learn more here: https://www.theguardian.com/education/2016/jan/23/spaced-repetition-a-hack-to-make-your-brain-store-information?fbclid=IwAR3mPxfrTYKUw-zfyrywLDQN5eP13OR1-wSLckg4ZcacMNiTz0oPyVAjErI
Do you have a fixed or a growth mindset? Your beliefs impact your performance in law school. Learn about embracing the mindset for success here: https://www.lawschoolplaybook.com/blog/mind-matters-topic-1-dear-student-know-your-mindset?fbclid=IwAR2K5JQvjRSPN18PwRT03GkN-kb5_c7MK6GR_uLB4TQTkm__3K7GZ-9-QdE
Did you know that your IQ can drop up to 15 points when you attempt to multitask? https://hbr.org/2017/10/in-a-distracted-world-solitude-is-a-competitive-advantage?fbclid=IwAR0MPG0lHisT-6jsopSraFThOhjHkTYRHNR4xpCmiw_VDpD9nlOTEkyfibc
If the quality of our attention is declining with digital reading, how do you obtain the skills required for deep reading in law school? This post from The Law School Playbook gets you started on finding the answer. https://www.lawschoolplaybook.com/blog/case-reading-topic-2-dear-student-think-beyond-the-screen?fbclid=IwAR01cXo7mpN1vfmJEW9Ini-OgHEP-6Bu7dcrRDypMoM49PdCm_2VLBl_Mik
Are you aware of interleaving and how it can help your law school learning?
https://effectiviology.com/interleaving/
Do you know the difference between imposter syndrome and the Dunning-Kruger effect? Identifying your beliefs as defined by these terms can help you succeed as a law student or an attorney. Find out more by listening to my first podcast episode or reading my short blog post at https://www.lawschoolplaybook.com/blog/introduction-dear-student-make-the-most-of-your-investment?fbclid=IwAR30nxjCBc_XtK0Gr-F8oyE_uxekDwjwEdxHLWFKsjJ8nBM_jVklF8v_elI
Are you aware of the differences between deep work and shallow work? As the attached article explains, Cal Newport has set forth rules for focused success in a distracted world. (Yes, I appreciate the irony that I am posting this on social media). https://mystudentvoices.com/deep-work-vs-shallow-work-6-ways-to-boost-focus-684d923f2e37?fbclid=IwAR10tKfDU0E0zIvcbJbwYAV8u0JDAJCNUlvdQWiu0SEUryMCaZnHWvgv0Ug
For law students facing the challenge of learning a new language--case law and statutes with unfamiliar words, it is important to recognize this skill will serve you well even in practice. https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2019/02/22/your-honor-its-an-eggplant-lawyers-call-guidance-interpreting-emoji/?fbclid=IwAR2qaLLdYg5iSR49AUeXyL_WJ_Mg0mXoJaCDmSPVVrqJcWunCei-yQeuw14&noredirect=on