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Top Study Strategies to Maximize classroom Success
Review Early and Often
Review Early and Often
Review Early and Often
Review notes and class materials after each class. This can be a few minutes a day to reflect on the material learned in class. This review supports remembering the material. It is also helpful to write questions for the next class.
Start Early
Review Early and Often
Review Early and Often
Start working on assignments early, perhaps even starting on the day they are assigned. This will help to give enough time to complete the assignment, review drafts, and ask questions about the assignment. Also, ask your instructor for feedback on your work.
Plan Ahead
Review Early and Often
Ask Questions
Add study and assignment completion time into your schedule. This will support the amount of time that you need to complete assignments and minimize stress by being prepared for the deadline. Planning also can be helpful in case unexpected events happen.
Ask Questions
Reward Yourself
Ask Questions
Ask your instructor questions about class topics or assignments. This will help minimize confusion and allow you to get started on assignments quickly. It is likely that if you have questions, your classmates also have the same questions.
Take Breaks
Reward Yourself
Reward Yourself
To maximize studying progress, it is important to take breaks. This can be a day off from studying or taking breaks in your study session. Use this time to change your focus such as going for a walk, doing something fun, or getting some rest. This reset will help to focus when it is time to study again.
Reward Yourself
Reward Yourself
Reward Yourself
Studying is a lot of work, and it is important to reward yourself for all of your efforts. Include something that you enjoy in your routine. Similar to taking a break, this reward will help when it is time to study again by having a break and being ready to study again.