Study Skills

Organizational Skills Use Checklists To do lists Use student agenda book Organize homework assignments Number assignments in order in which they need to be done Avoid saving longest or hardest for last

Organizational Skills Keep organized notebooks Use dividers Color-code classes Prepare for the day ahead Pack book bag and notebook before bed Lay out clothes at night

Quiet Place to Work Brain can’t focus on 2 things at once Example: listening to two conversations Brain jumps back and forth and can’t get full story on either one

Quiet Place to Work Same when doing homework or studying When listening to music or watching TV Brain can’t focus Make fewer mistakes and get done sooner

Study Space Set a designated study space and time Same time and place every night

Study Position Argue best position Anywhere you feel mentally alert Should not be somewhere you find yourself changing positions Daydreaming becoming sleepy Most do study at a desk Helps concentrate, remain alert, most effective use of time

Study Breaks Purpose Necessary, but not an excuse for not studying Reduce fatigue Permit your brain to recharge Necessary, but not an excuse for not studying Actually get away Get snack and beverage

Study Breaks Formula 30-45 minutes of work + 10 minute break Make it work for you If becoming tired-shorten study time Use alarm clock or timer with both study time and break time

Interruptions Family members Yourself Cell phone Friends

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