How to Take on College
Studying
Part 2
Part 2
Choose
Where to Study
where you should study depends on two factors: the environment in which you are best able to concentrate and the type of work you are planning to do.
where you should study depends on two factors: the environment in which you are best able to concentrate and the type of work you are planning to do.
v
The
best places to study have a good light, a comfortable temperature and enough
desk space—usually your dorm room, your apartment or the library.
v
For
completing problem sets or brainstorming possible test questions, you may want
to study with a group or at least in a wetting where fellow students are
available for discussion.
v
When
you are reading book chapters or working on a research paper, you are probably
better off in a less social environment.
Improve
Your Study Habits
here are simple steps you can take to help you get a handle on studying:
here are simple steps you can take to help you get a handle on studying:
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Have
a routine for where and when you study.
v
Choose
reasonable and specific goals that you can accomplish for each study session.
v
Do
things that are harder or require more intense thought at your most productive time
of day.
v
Take
breaks if you need them so you don’t waste time looking at the material and not
absorbing it.
v
Get
to know students whom you respect and can study with or contact to ask questions.
v
Keep
up with the workload and seek help when you need it.
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