Developing Smart Study Skills

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Developing Smart Study Skills

• Good Study Habits
• Produce Good Grades!

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• Study Skills that will help you
• Before,
• During,
• and After your classes

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Before Class!

• Think about what the class is going to be covered
  in class that day.
• What were the main points covered in the last
  class?
• Review what your assignment was for the class.
• Have your homework assignment out on your desk,
  ready to turn in.
• Prepare for every subject in this manner.

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During Class!

• Does your general knowledge provide any
  information about the subject being taught?
• What comes to mind during the instruction that
  may be helpful?
• Concentrate on the subject being taught.
• Listen carefully and take notes on the main
  points.

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Learning to Listen!

• Good listening means you are paying attention.
• Try to hear what is said, not what you want to
  hear.
• Think around the topic and between the lines.
• Relate it to what you already know.
• What is the main point?

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Learning to Listen!

• Concentrate on what is going on in class do not
  daydream!
• You can not listen if you are talking!
• Listen carefully to the assignment and write it
  down in your assignment book.
• Listen for these essential phrases from the
  teacher This is important
• It is essential that you know.

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Taking Notes In Class!

• Be prepared to take notes when class begins.
• Avoid any distracting conduct.
• Participate constructively in class discussions.
• Ask questions!
• Write notes in a concise, organized manner.

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The Pitcher The Catcher!

• Think of it this way
• Your teacher is the pitcher,
• and when you are in class,
• you want to catch the
• meaning of the lesson.

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After Class!

• Review your notes and think about what was
  covered in class.
• Some people like to rewrite their notes as they
  study.
• Some people like to underline and highlight
  important ideas and vocabulary.

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Find A Good Place To Study!

• This means a desk with nothing on it except what
  you need for the task at hand STUDYING!
• Have a regular time and place for studying.

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Make sure you have the following

• Your assignment notebook or calendar
• Solid flat surface for writing
• Good lighting
• Comfortable seating
• Necessary books
• Supplies

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Make sure you have the following

• Clock
• Computer (optional)
• No distractions
• A full stomach so you can finish without stopping
• Something to drink (if needed)

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Study Tips!

• Set a regular time and place to study. (Do not
  procrastinate!)
• Remove distractions.
• Have necessary supplies.
• Ask for help when needed.
• Dont forget to pack up your homework to bring
  back to class the next day.

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Study Skills Overview

• Be prepared for your upcoming classes.
• Pay attention and take notes in class.
• Practice good study habits.