Study Tips

WHILE IN CLASS

• Go to all classes
  
• Read the assigned reading prior to class - be prepared
  
• Never miss extra credit work
  
• Practice taking tests
  
• Turn in all homework on time, neatly done
  
• Practice memory strategies
  
• Get extra help from your teacher
  
• Discuss subject material with family and/or friends
  
• Always bring home the books you need
  
• Underline or highlight important things
  
• Notice if your notes are messy or organized - change your strategy if they are messy
  
• Talk to your teachers
  
• Get organized
  
• Use your agenda book and bring it home
  
• Ask for help from family members
  
• If you're a procrastinator, procrastinate later
  
• Tell yourself all deadlines are due a few days earlier that way you finish your work before it's due and you'll have time to review it
  
• Ask for feedback from your teachers
  
• Read what your teachers write on your papers/quizzes/tests, etc.
  
• Participate in class
  

• Have an area for studying only
  
• Make your study area free from distractions
  
• Pick a comfortable area
  
• Take breaks when you need to
  
• Keep supplies you need on hand so you won't be distracted
  
• Pick a quiet area
  
• Try to have a computer available with Internet access if you need it
  
• Work on one assignment at a time
  

• What type of relationships do you have?
  
• What is your best quality?
  
• What are your interests?
  
• Who influences you in a positive way?
  
• Who do you look up to?
  
• Who in your family is successful?
  
• What are your future career plans?
  
• Who in your family graduated from high school/college?
  
• How is your self-esteem?
  
• Who does your support system consist of?
  
• How do you make decisions?
  
• What do teachers like most about you?
  
• What activities/clubs/hobbies do you participate in?