The NYT reports on studies on effective study habits. Among other things, the it discusses studies showing that some simple, and potentially counter-intuitive, techniques can enhance recall and retention. In particular, it suggests that varying study environments and mixing up content in study sessions enhance the effectiveness of studying. So don’t always study in the same cubicle or space and don’t focus on a single subject on a single day. The story also notes that research supports the value of some conventional recommendations as well, such as the value of taking breaks and self-testing.