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Basic Study Skills
Get the most information out of the time you have available.Slide2
The easiest, most efficient way to get the information is to actively attend every class—beginning to endSlide3
10 Bad Listening Habits
1. Calling the subject dull
2. Criticizing the speaker
3. Becoming over-stimulated
4. Listening only for facts
5. Trying to outline everything
6. Faking attention
7. Tolerating distraction
8. Choosing only what’s easy
9. Letting emotion-laden words get in the way
10. Wasting the differential between speech & thought speedSlide4
Note-taking Strategies
Information included in class most often includes the central concepts of the course & will undoubtedly appear on exams.Slide5
Develop a system that enables you to:
Review regularly
Recite
(repeating key concepts from class)
Reflect
(connecting class ideas to other notes and readings)Slide6
Cornell Note Taking System
2 ½ inches
Recall Column
2
. Reduce:
ASAP, summarize as concisely as possible.
6 inches
1.
Record:
During the lecture, record meaningful facts and ideas,
legibly
3.
Recite:
Cover this column and recall as much as you can using only the cues in the Recall Column. Use your own words.
4.
Reflect:
Mentally add your own opinions and previous knowledge.
5.
Review:
Spend 10 minutes weekly reviewing all notes.Slide7
SQ3R Reading Method
Before you read,
S
urvey
the chapter
Q
uestion
while you are surveying
R
ead
each section separately
R
ecite
after you’ve read a section
R
eview:
an ongoing processSlide8
Review:
Day One:
Read your notes; ask yourself questions
Day Two:
Page through the text &/or your notebook
Develop mnemonic devices for material to memorize
Make flash cards for difficult terms, etc.
Days Three, Four, & Five
Alternate between notes, flash cards, & questions
Weekend:
Use textbook & notebook to list all topics & subtopics
Make your own study guide for periodic reviewSlide9
Preparing for THE TEST
Test performance begins the first day of class, with attendance and participation.
Budget your time so you are well-prepared
Be sure to be alert in class immediately before the test; that’s when key information of often defined
Review class notes & practice tests
Eat a sensible meal before a test
Get a reasonable amount of sleep before a test.
Set your alarm a little early so you won’t feel hurried
Use the restroom before walking into the classroom.
Arrive about 5 minutes before the test will start.Slide10
Test Taking tips
When you first receive your test, survey the entire test.
First do:
-easiest items
-items with greatest point value
Read the entire question
carefully
Write legibly
Work at a speed that is comfortable for you but allow time to complete the test.
Double check for your first and last name
written legiblySlide11
Multiple Choice Tests
Read the question before you look at the answers
Come up with an answer of your own before looking at the choices.
Read all choices before selecting your answer.
Eliminate answers you know aren’t right
Always select an answer
unless there is a guessing penalty.
Usually
the correct choice is the one with the most information.Slide12
True-False Test Tips
Read through each statement carefully, noting qualifiers and key words.
If any part of the statement is false, the answer is false
Qualifiers like “never,” “always,” and “every” mean the statement must be true all of the time. Usually they indicate a false answer.
Answer every item
unless there is a guessing penalty.
Qualifiers like “usually,” “sometimes,” and “generally” usually lead to a true answer, but statements
must
be read carefully.Slide13
Short Answer Tests
Read the question carefully, and make sure you answer everything that it asks for.
Try to anticipate questions ahead of time. Most instructors emphasize key words.
If you can’t come up with the word(s) you need, finish the test and come back to the item.
Often words that are needed for short answers appear elsewhere on the test.
If you don’t know the exact answer, come as close as you can.Slide14
Essay Tests
Read the directions carefully.
Make sure you write every that is asked of you and a little more.
Budget your time.
If the questions is asking for facts, avoid giving an opinion.
Essay grading is always somewhat abstract. Neat papers usually receive higher marks.
Proofread for mistakes.Slide15
Open Book/Note Tests
Study as you would for a closed book exam.
Familiarize yourself with the book.
Highlight important ideas.
Use post-it notes and bookmarks.
Bring all the resources you’ll be allowed to use.
Answer questions you know first, and use your book for the rest.
Use information from the book to support your answers.Slide16
Online Tests
Master the login process to access the test.
If you take the test at home make sure your computer has the correct software and internet speed.
Be aware of whether or not the test is timed.
Know if the test is continuous, or if you can leave and return.
Read and be sure you understand instructions.
Be sure you save and exit correctly so your work is not lost.Slide17
After the Test……..
When your test is returned, check it over for grading errors.
If you don’t understand your mistakes, ask the instructor to explain.
If you review the test in class, take notes for future reference.
I
f you’re grade is low, ask the instructor if there is a make-up exam or if there’s extra credit work.
Save the test as study material for future tests.