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Study Skills

Study Skills. Created by: Pam Hutzelman & Amy Stoneburner. Fortis College - Cincinnati. How to manage your time more effectively. Take ownership of your time Planning your schedule Know your daily alertness pattern Allow sufficient time for each aspect/subject Long term Intermediate

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Study Skills

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  1. Study Skills

  2. Created by: Pam Hutzelman& Amy Stoneburner Fortis College - Cincinnati

  3. How to manage your time more effectively • Take ownership of your time • Planning your schedule • Know your daily alertness pattern • Allow sufficient time for each aspect/subject • Long term • Intermediate • Short term • Making your schedule work!

  4. Avoid Distractions/Time Wasters • Computer • Phone – turn it off • Visitors – do not disturb sign • Clear work area of clutter • Ineffective planning • Procrastination!

  5. Procrastination • Why do we procrastinate? • Perfectionism • Fear of failure • Fear of success • Laziness • Rebellion

  6. Motivation Motivation is influenced by both internal and external factors. Motivation is not a stable trait. It is not an innate part of your character. Motivation can be improved!

  7. What is the relationship? Motivation Hard Work Motivation Hard Work

  8. Tips on overcoming procrastination • Set personal contract/goals • Reminders • Routine • Do it when you think of it! • Remind yourself of the consequences of procrastination

  9. Start preparing for tests in class • Note taking strategies • Go to every class • Develop good listening habits • Outline • Abbreviate • Identify main points • Review notes that day

  10. NEWS FLASH! • It is VERY IMPORTANT that you read your textbook • Don’t wait until last minute • It is best to read text before lecture

  11. Frequently during the semester Attend study sessions run by the professor Schedule several final review sessions—not one long one The night before– briefly review main points and get some sleep Do not study immediately before test time When to Review

  12. Develop a schedule Study one subject for one hour at a time Keep all materials for one class in same notebook Predict possible ?’s Go over previous tests (if available) Make Charts Ways to improve studying

  13. Use visual aids Instead of highlighting, use SQ4R Summarize, Question, Read, Recite, Review, ‘Riting Avoid Cramming Make information personally meaningful Quiz yourself frequently and in the way you will be tested Get help when struggling Ways to improve studying--continued

  14. Study Environment • Keep regular study hours • Be comfortable, but not too comfortable • Use a clean, clear work space • Assemble all required materials • Limit distractions – QUIET!

  15. Avoiding Cramming I Review (Reading and Comprehending) Daily Reviews • Take 10 minutes after each lecture to review the day’s material. • Do this within 24 hours. • Use the recall column now. Repetition Aids Retention

  16. Avoiding Cramming II Weekly Reviews • Allow one hour per class each week to review all material for the week. • Integrate all the information to get the “big picture.” • Weekends are a good time.

  17. Studying in Groups • Keep groups small; 2-5 people • Ask each other questions • It’s OK to disagree. • Take a break when needed, whether it’s to energize or cool off after a disagreement

  18. If you feel bogged down while studying… • Get up and move • Stretch • Drink water • Shower • Then go back and review notes

  19. Keep yourself in good shape • Get plenty of sleep • Eat nutritious meals • Exercise • Take time out for fun • Play hard, study hard, and don’t worry about one while doing the other

  20. Don’t put your whole future on the line with a single test. It’s unlikely that one test will “make or break” you Learn relaxation techniques to control anxiety Deep breathing Muscle relaxation Visualization Positive Self-talk Tips to Reduce… Test Anxiety

  21. Test Anxiety • What causes it? • Pressure • “I’ve invested all this time and money, I don’t want to waste it or have to re-take a class.” • Past experiences • “I never do well, no matter how much I study, so why study at all?” • Fear of failure • If I don’t do well on this test, I won’t graduate or get a job.”

  22. Tips to Reduce Test Anxiety--continued • Don’t fall into the trap of having low expectations - Studying can bring results! • Don’t try to compete with others • Improve concentration by using self-discipline

  23. Budget your time during the test If you feel anxious, take a mini-break to get some water or fresh air Don’t change an answer unless you know your second one is correct! Don’t panic when you don’t know an answer Eliminate options that are incorrect and make an educated guess Tips to Reduce Test Anxiety--continued

  24. Where to study • Set the right atmosphere • To Avoid distractions • To Be comfortable (but not too comfortable) • To Organize your work area • Try to study in the same place every time – this will train your mind for “work mode” • Try to study under same conditions as when you will take the exam

  25. Academic success is within your reach!!!! • Increase motivation • Find a positive study environment • Actively listen and take accurate class notes • Read text before class • Review daily and weekly

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