Survey/Preview Question Read Recite Review SQ 3-R Survey/Preview Question Read Recite Review

S= Survey/Preview Look at the assigned chapter, its title and headings. Read the introduction 1st sentence in paragraph The last paragraph & summary Look at charts, graphs, photos, etc.

Q = Question Reading to answer questions can increase retention of material Create your own questions Instructor’s questions Questions at the end of the chapter Change the headings in the book into questions “Reduce Stress” to “How can I reduce stress?”

R= Read Stay focused on readings Do not highlight at this point Take breaks every hour/half-hour Make notes of areas to cover again later Do not highlight at this point Summarize what you have read on paper. Make sure that all questions have been answered

Reciting material out loud increases retention. R= Recite Recite what you have written down. Do it out loud! Try to study with classmates/groups Reciting material out loud increases retention. Only 20% of material recited is forgotten within 2 weeks. 80% of materials is forgotten in 2 weeks if not recited!

R= Review Within 24 hours Now you can highlight important facts Redo notes as needed and review them consistently