I was home-schooled most of my life and I loved English, art and science. Once I got into public school, I placed post graduate English, and not so high on the Math.
My biggest school accomplishments are: I was in National Honors Society for 3 years, Choir for 3 years, A honor roll for 3 years, and I got a 31 on my English...
Most of my experience comes from learning and teaching with my peers in nursing school.
Study/learning techniques:
Mnemonics, songs and riddles
Hands-on activities
Repetition
The teach back method