Academic
Helpful Study Skills/Tips
Time Management:
Make a weekly or daily to-do list
Use a calendar or planner
Reward self when tasks are completed
Prioritize and schedule what you need to do – be realistic!
Set aside study/class work hours each day
Have a spot where all studying takes place
Make or join a study group
Note-Taking:
Paraphrase PowerPoint notes
Review your notes every night
Write down any ideas that the teacher repeats
Write down all examples
Rewrite your notes after class
Use colors to highlight
Reading:
Read more than once
Highlight & take notes
Don’t put off reading assignments until the last minute!
Review after reading
Make a glossary of terms
Pace yourself
Pay attention to key concepts and end of chapter reviews
Test Prep:
Make flashcards
Rewrite/re-read your notes; reorganize into categories
Get help if you need it- talk to your teacher!
Don’t cram!
Verbalize what you know – tell/teach the material to someone else
Identify your problem areas
Take advantage of extra credit