Having trouble studying is a common challenge for all students alike. The majority of students find studying boring, with some studies showing that nearly 70% of high school students feel this way. Many students will say that the one thing that keeps them engaged in school is seeing their friends.

According to the American Phycology Association, 70% of students in grades five through twelve strongly agree they have a best friend at school. Having this connection can give students a reason to attend, help them enjoy their day, and encourage positive behaviors. So, why not study with your friends to get the best result, and remove that boring characteristic from studying?

“Studying alone can be a little boring. I would definitely prefer doing a group study, you can think of many different ways to attack a problem and it just makes things more fun in general,” said freshman Bryce Rudolph.

Tons of students benefit from group studying. In fact, the Academic Resource Center found that 97% of university students felt it facilitated their learning, either academically or in developing collaborative skills. While not all students will benefit, many report improved understanding, better grades, and enhanced skills like communication and accountability when they study in groups.

“I feel like it’s better for people to be more successful, and teaches people the importance of working together. I benefit from group studying because it teaches me common communication skills and it helps me better understand the topics we’re on. It really helps me to learn in a fun way,” said sophomore Scarlet Gregoris.

Group studying is so much more engaging and effective for students, especially in high school and college. Being able to collaborate with your classmates induces critical thinking and social skills while also preparing for your next test. Therefore, group studying is the best way to study for students.