1. Developing your Study Skills
“It only takes you to do the change”

2. Pre-Test

3. Activity
You have a huge test tomorrow, and you feel unprepared…what are some ways you could have prevented feeling unprepared?

4. Clear your schedule. Don't overwhelm yourself
Outline Schedule important dates and Reschedule other events
Organize materials for studying
Prepare assignments/homework in a timely manner
Turn in assignment in on time

5. Make sure you understand the task…
Ask Questions
Get help if you need it!
Ask your teacher, classmate, or a friend
Do not leave the classroom is you do not understand the assignment
Make sure you comprehend the readings
Go home and review what you have learned for the day

6. Break down the task into chunks…
Estimate how much time?
Don’t try to do it all at one time
Break it down so that it’s “do-able”
Create a “to do list”
Stay up-to-date on assignments to help avoid overload
AVOID PROCASTINATION

7. It doesn't have to be perfect…
Some people are so afraid that they will not perform perfectly…they will not do anything at all…
How to avoid this…
Make sure you understand the expectations of your teachers
Review what is expected
Determine how important the task is and what level of performance is acceptable to you…
Then… just do it!

8. Some of your classes may not be your favorite, try to make it as enjoyable as possible…
Work on this task first!
Study with a friend or work in groups
Do the task on a time where you have the most energy
Have an open mind!
Reward yourself
Make sure you check it off your list!

9. Study Environment… Commit to a time and place that meets your needs
Does it match your learning style?
Time of Day
Groups
Posture/Mobility
Sound
Lighting
Temperature

10. AVOID Procrastination!
How to avoid procrastination
Budget your time wisely
Concentrate
Listen in class
Memorize and drop down important dates
Organized materials for studying
Prepare assignment in advance
Prepare for test in advance
Take notes
Have fun while studying!

11. Post Test

12. Thank You!