Study Skills

Study Space

Where you study is almost as important as how you study. It also affects how well you study. Your first step should be to pick a place at home that is your homework spot. Your second step is to use that same place every time you need to study. You'll find it gives you a comfort zone that will make your study time more effective. Your homework spot should be comfortable, well lit, and quiet. This will reduce distractions. You also need to create a homework kit. it should contain the things you need to do your homework. Some things you should have are pencils, paper, a pencil sharpener, a ruler, erasers, scissors, index cards, calculator, markers, and a dictionary.

  1. Write down everything you have to do in your assignment notebook.
  2. Write down any long term projects or tests on a calendar at home.
  3. Pay attention in class.
  4. Take good notes.
  5. Keep an organized notebook for each subject.
  6. Know the purpose of each assignment.
  7. Break any long term projects into small parts. Make a timeline and set deadlines for yourself.
  8. Ask questions in class.
  9. Review! Review! Review! It can help you retain 80% of the information.
  10. Plan a definite time and place for studying each day.
  11. Study for a while and take short breaks.
  12. Don't cram for hours the night before a test. Study a little bit each day.

Think positive...Do your best!