Succinctly, relax first then review the material in a learner-friendly environment. In other words, create a comfortable relaxed atmosphere for yourself. Eliminate distractions like television, telephone calls, and external disturbances like unexpected visitors and unrelated stimuli. Ear protection like earplugs and noiseless headphones reduce unwanted noises which can adversely affect cognition. Most importantly, R-E-L-A-X and take frequent short breaks. Best practices lean toward establishment of a regimen for one 10-15 minute break every 45-90 minutes. The aforementioned must be gauged within...