KEEP CALM AND STUDY ON How are you doing?

HOW STRONG ARE YOUR STUDY SKILLS?  I set a positive mood for my studies, schedule a productive time to study, and find a less distracting space.  I vary my studying to include not just reading, but group discussions and hands on activities.  I organize and centralize notes and assignments, either in a notebook or on my computer. 5 = Always2 = When I think of it 4 = Most of the time 1 = Never 3 = Sometimes

5 = Always2 = When I think of it 4 = Most of the time 1 = Never 3 = Sometimes  I set aside time each week to review my notes and assignments.  Before each class or study session I review my notes.  I set aside time to organize my notes and assignments from each class.  After reading from a textbook, I write what I learned in my own words in my notebook.

 I make note of things I don’t understand and make a point to ask for help.  I take key concepts and write them on notecards to use for future studying.  I reward myself for assignments well done. Effective Habits for Effective Studying—Study Guides and Strategies 5 = Always2 = When I think of it 4 = Most of the time 1 = Never 3 = Sometimes

QUIZ RESULTS pts:Excellent! pts:You have excellent study skills, however, there may be some areas you can improve upon pts: Good. There are areas you could improve upon pts: You have lots of room for improvement. 29 and below: You should seek help to improve upon your study skills. Talk with your teachers, academic advisor, or Sue Cunningham about ways you can improve. They’ll be happy to help you!

STUDY SKILLS The top ten strategies for successful study.

10. STAY ORGANIZED Know what’s do Know when it’s do Know where to find the directions

9. Get enough sleep

8. ATTEND CLASS, TAKE NOTES, PARTICIPATE Don’t view class as optional Note taking helps you process the information Participation helps you stay interested and helps the instructor know your interested.

7. ESTABLISH A ROUTINE TIME TO STUDY FOR EACH CLASS Studying for each subject should be at the same time, same place, if possible. Study includes more than just doing your homework. You will need to go over your notes in class, labeling, editing, and making sure you understand them Read ahead whenever possible. Prepare for each class as if there will be a pop quiz.

6. KEEP UP WITH CLASS READING Tailor your reading to class instruction Find a way to engage in the material Preview Highlight Take notes Use a dash-dot summary method At a minimum, skim material before class

5. CONSIDER FORMING A STUDY GROUP Group of 4 or 5 Meet at least weekly Plan sessions in advance Appoint a leader Clarify notes Explain concepts Divide and conquer Prep for tests

4. USE FLASH CARDS FOR KEY IDEAS Definitions Description of processes Problems and answers Illustrations and labels Formulas

3. STUDY DURING THE DAY What takes an hour to do during the day may take an hour and a half at night. You may be more tempted to turn on the TV or your computer…..Pinterest can be very distracting!

2. SCHEDULE BREAKS Take a ten minute break after every hour of study. If possible, avoid long blocks of time for studying. Spread out several short study sessions during the day.

1. USE STUDY STRATEGIES THAT WORK Set a routine Review and summarize notes within 24 hours Reward yourself Use mind mapping Create or borrow mnemonics for list. Explain it out loud Develop your own study guide Break every minutes.

TIME MANAGEMENT Making the most of the time you have

MANAGING THE TIME YOU HAVE 1.Collect 2.Consolidate 3.Review 4.Plan 5.Act

COLLECT  Appointments  Assignments/Tasks  Forms/letters directions

PLAN  Create the plan at the beginning of the week  Make sure appointments are on your calendar  Assign things from your Master to- do list that must be completed  Be specific

CONSOLIDATE  Once a day review your collected items.  Enter appointments, meetings, and deadlines on your calendar  Put tasks on your master to-do list  Place forms, directions, and needed documents in a bin or folder

REVIEW Once a week, check your calendar for the next few weeks. Review your master to do list. Don’t trust yourself to remember what’s there. This will cause the whole thing to fall apart.

PLANNERS/MASTER TO-DO LIST  Computer  Paper Planner  Phone  Post –it notes

COMPUTER OR PHONE PROS Multiple view Reminder Share Space for explanation CONS Access Can be difficult to track long-term projects

PAPER PLANNER PROS Carry it with you Everything in one place CONS Not much room Easy to loose Difficult to track long term projects

ACT Each morning, check your plan for the day. Assign times to complete tasks on the plan. If the day isn’t hectic, block out some time for other less pressing things on your Master to-do list. Ideally, your day should look like a normal work day. If you can, avoid working nights and don’t schedule every hour of your day.

QUESTION 1

QUESTION 2

QUESTION 3

QUESTION 4

QUESTION 5