1. Study Skills Student Support Services Spring 2004 Workshop Series

2. The Importance of Studying It requires studying for anyone to learn something new or to master a subject. Studying is PROGRAMMED learning. Studying is your ticket to the next level.

3. A Studying Perspective YES, your attitude affects your view of studying. -Think positively about studying. -Think of studying as a job or duty. -Focus on the positive aspects of studying- LEARNING, MENTAL GROWTH, INTELLECTUAL IMPROVEMENT!

4. The Secrets to Having Good Study Skills SECRET #1….The Setting -Be comfortable….but, not too comfortable. -Work at a clean desk or table. -Keep regular study hours. -Avoid distractions. -Form a study group if it is appropriate. -Get up and stretch if you feel tired.

5. Secrets…. Secret #2…..Time Management -Use a calendar to keep track of deadlines, tests, due dates, study times, etc. -Schedule time to complete your assignments.

6. Secrets…. SECRET #3….Test Preparation -Review your notes -Look up things you do not understand. -Study test material in 15 minute sessions in a two week period. -PLAN your study time.

7. Secrets…. SECRET #4….The Library -The library has a lot of resources to help you study: *Computer databases *Indexes *Dictionaries *The Internet * Books

8. Secrets….. SECRET #5….Physical & Mental balance -Get enough sleep -Exercise regularly -Have fun regularly -Eat balanced meals -Take time to relax

9. What????? You thought it was BRAIN SURGERY??? Gaining Study skills takes commitment from you, NOT difficult, just habit forming!

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