Study Skills
Studying has become one of your major responsibilities as a student by middle school. In just about every class, you are expected to study. However, have you ever learned exactly what that means and how to do that?
Consider The Following:
-Do not study laying down on your bed with papers all around you. Very few people can pull this off (congrats if you are one of the lucky ones). Your bed is comfortable, and laying down will cause you to get comfortable as well. You will not be able to focus as well as if you are seated at a desk or table. You might even find yourself distracted by other things or doze off. Find a good spot to study with good lighting where you can sit up and have your notes be the major point of focus for you.
-Do not study by simply staring at your notes (again, only a lucky few can pull this off). Looking at a sheet of paper longer is not usually going to get it to sink in any better. Start by figuring out your learning style.
If you are not sure, take this survey: www.educationplanner.org/students/self-assessments/learning-styles.shtml
-Do not study by simply staring at your notes (again, only a lucky few can pull this off). Looking at a sheet of paper longer is not usually going to get it to sink in any better. Start by figuring out your learning style.
If you are not sure, take this survey: www.educationplanner.org/students/self-assessments/learning-styles.shtml
-Once you know your learning style, use it to your advantage. Find ways to be active while you study. This may include reading out loud, having someone else quiz you, making a game out of your notes, using a highlighter, annotating while you read, using Quizlet, or rereading material. If you like to doodle, consider how you could use your doodles to help you study and remember material. The more active you are in studying, the more it will sink in.
-Use mnemonic devices (tricks to help you remember things).
Not sure what that means? Look here:
www.brighthubeducation.com/test-taking-tips/51293-list-of-mnemonic-devices-for-memorization-help/
-Use mnemonic devices (tricks to help you remember things).
Not sure what that means? Look here:
www.brighthubeducation.com/test-taking-tips/51293-list-of-mnemonic-devices-for-memorization-help/
-Make a plan and stick to it. Find where and when you study best. Try different things out to see what works better and what doesn't work.
-Talk with me or your teachers! We can help you come up with a good plan that will work for you!
More Info
Here are 10 good study habits identified by Sylvan Learning Center: www.sylvanlearning.com/blog/index.php/10-good-study-habits-new-school-year/