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How to
Study
Decide
what to study (reasonable
task) and how long or how many (chapters, pages, problems, etc.). Set and stick
to deadlines.
Do
difficult tasks first. If procrastination
is a way of life, start off with an easy, interesting aspect of the project.
Have
special places to study. Take into
consideration lighting, temperature, and availability of materials.
Study
50 minutes, and then take a 10 minute break. Stretch, relax, have an energy
snack.
Allow longer,
"massed" time periods for
organizing relationships and
concepts, outlining,
and writing
papers.
Use shorter,
"spaced" time intervals for rote memorization, review, and
self-testing. Use odd moments
for recall/review.
If you get tired
or bored, switch task/activity,
subject, or environment. Stop studying when you are no longer being productive.
Do rote
memory tasks and review, especially
details, just before you fall asleep.
Study
with a friend. Quiz each other, compare
notes and predicted test questions.
