The Examo Blog
Practical guides on exam revision, study techniques, and how to succeed at university.
Does Examo Improve Grades? Results from a 20-Student Pilot Study
We ran a within-subjects pilot with 20 university students. Average exam scores rose about 30% (58.0% to 75.4%) after a term with Examo — a statistically significant gain (paired t(19) = 9.98, p < 0.001, Cohen's d = 2.23). Full methods, coefficients, and limitations inside.
StudyFetch Alternatives: Best AI Study Tools for Exam Practice in 2026
Looking for a StudyFetch alternative? Compare Examo, Quizlet, Knowt, NotebookLM, Mindgrasp, TurboLearn, StudyX, and more by notes, flashcards, AI tutors, and exam-style practice.
Quizlet Alternatives: Best Flashcard and AI Practice Apps for 2026
Compare the best Quizlet alternatives for students who want flashcards, spaced repetition, AI notes, practice tests, and exam-style question generation.
Knowt Alternatives: Best AI Study Apps for Notes, Flashcards, and Exams
A practical comparison of Knowt alternatives for students who need AI flashcards, notes, practice tests, spaced repetition, and exam-style generation.
NotebookLM Alternatives for Students: When You Need More Than Source Chat
NotebookLM is excellent for source-grounded research, but students may need alternatives for flashcards, mock exams, AI tutors, grading, and course-based exam practice.
Mindgrasp Alternatives: Best AI Note, Flashcard, and Quiz Tools for Students
Compare the best Mindgrasp alternatives for summaries, AI notes, flashcards, quizzes, source chat, tutoring, and exam-style practice.
How to Study for IB Exams: A Complete Revision Guide
Everything IB students need to know about building an effective revision plan — from spaced repetition to past paper strategy and managing exam anxiety.
Active Recall and Spaced Repetition: The Science of Studying Less and Remembering More
Two techniques — backed by decades of cognitive science research — that consistently outperform every other study method. Here's the evidence and how to use them.
A-Level Revision Strategy: How to Go from C to A in 8 Weeks
A practical, evidence-based plan for A-level students who need to turn underperformance around before exams. Structured week-by-week, subject-by-subject.
How to Use AI for Studying: A Practical Guide for Students
AI tools can transform how you revise — but only if you use them correctly. Here's how students are using AI to explain concepts, generate practice questions, and get feedback on essays.
How to Study at University: The Complete First-Year Guide
University studying is nothing like school. Lectures move faster, feedback is rarer, and nobody chases you. Here's how to build habits that actually work from day one.
How to Get a High Score with Only 3 Days to Study
Three days isn't ideal — but it's not nothing. Here's an hour-by-hour framework for maximising your exam score when time is critically short.
University Exam Preparation: How to Revise When Stakes Are High
University exams count for more and happen less often than school tests. Here's how to build a revision system that holds up under the pressure of finals and end-of-year assessments.
The Best Study Techniques for Memory and Retention, Ranked
Not all study methods are equal. Ranked by the evidence: which techniques actually help you remember more, and which ones just feel productive.
How to Write a University Essay That Gets Top Marks
University essays are graded on argument quality, not content coverage. Here's exactly how to structure your thinking, build a thesis, and write answers that hit the top band.