Effective Study Tips

By Jim Thorpe


Sitting down to study is a tedious business. No one wants to study, or really likes to study but in our order to pass the classes needed to get your computer science degree or your degree in business administration you need to master the art of studying. Hopefully by fostering the some effective study habits, studying for that test will stop feeling like torture and more like a necessary inconvenience.

First off, take good notes, preferably by hand. Studies have shown you are more likely to remember something if you have written it down-not typed it out. While you are writing your notes, it is a good idea to write any question or personal conclusions you gain in the margins.

Find out what kind of procrastinator you are There are several different types. There are the ones that do all of the things that are low on the priority list just because they are there and they are easy.

The tools you discover in college can help you throughout your life. Understanding the way you learn and communicate will help you to excel in whatever you pursue, and to stand out from the crowd.

What is your weakness? Every procrastinator has their vice, that one thing that just keeps pulling them from the task at hand. When you get a good grasp on why you are procrastinating, you will find that you can come up with an individualized approach to counteracting things. This will be much more efficient than using some random advice that doesn't address the real problem.

Read and annotate your required reading. It is tempting not write in your text books because you wish to sell back to the books store for the highest price possible. But just like taking notes on a lecture in class, you are more likely to remember what you read when you highlight and annotate your textbooks with your thoughts and insights. If marking up your textbooks really is not an option, you can always use sticky notes, write on them and remove them at the end of the end of the semester.

Another effective study tip is to create note cards. After each class write a new terms or ideas on a note card and define them. Throughout the course of the semester keep adding to this pile of note cards.

These cards should act as a truncated form of your notes, and by reviewing them every day you will be more likely to remember slippery facts like dates or names.

Understand the Consequences If you know what will happen if you procrastinate, you may be less likely to do it. It is a good idea to look into the future and have a clear picture of the possible ramifications so that you are more motivated to get things done quickly.

Pursuing a college education, whether it is for a property management degree, a chemistry program, or premed, is an important and worthwhile pursuit. Finding your best study methods will help you to do even better than you thought you could. Performing well in school is largely dependent on your ability to study effectively, so find the best way for you today.




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