Study Skills - Become an A+ Student

Develop study skills to succeed in any course by mastering active versus passive learning, scheduling, note taking, goal setting, and reading for meaning with survey, question, read, recite, and review.

Succeed by becoming an active learner who builds a web of knowledge, connects new ideas to what you know, and teaches others while prioritizing sleep and nutrition.

Listen carefully on the first day, capture essential information and required materials, and monitor note-taking methods while reviewing the course outline and reading lists.

Learn how to schedule effectively with a weekly plan, daily to-do lists, and digital planners to manage due dates, allocate study time, and build a proactive, productive student routine.

Set realistic goals for each course based on past performance and current knowledge. Track short-term and long-term targets, adjust as needed, and keep reminders visible.

Set clear, actionable goals, track progress, and reassess goal plans after poor grades; stay proactive, avoid excuses, engage with materials, celebrate small wins, and cultivate positive thinking to boost performance.

Engage with reading for meaning using the Q3R method: survey, ask questions, read, recite, and review to transform passive text into active learning with clear notes and understanding.

Develop listening for meaning by reading the required materials and asking questions to focus on main ideas and improve comprehension. Take concise notes that capture the essential points.

Master note-taking across lectures, boards, handouts, videos, and fiction by keeping organized, dated notes with headings and writing. Nightly and weekly reviews, glossaries, and charts, maps, and pictures reinforce learning.

Practice active note-taking by reading explanations, directions, and examples; use scrap paper to show steps, monitor understanding, and connect math concepts to real life while seeking help when needed.

Master ten steps to working out a math problem, from understanding the question and gathering directions to checking your answer, recording calculator steps, and ensuring correct units.

Master exam strategies by starting early, building a study schedule, and reviewing notes from main points to details, while listening to teacher tips and identifying exam type.

Apply test-taking strategies by reading directions carefully, starting with easy questions to build confidence, and first answers often being correct; plan essays, review all choices, and learn from each test.

Be an active learner at school by asking questions of teachers, librarians, and peers. Then seek answers with resources, plan ahead, and track due dates and drafts to maximize learning.

Create a five-day homework plan with regular reviews and self-testing, and set up a quiet, well-lit study space to avoid procrastination and ensure timely submissions.

Explore downloads, assignments, and discussions; learn to comment in Google Drive, receive feedback, and contact the tutor for help, plus savings coupon for the test and exam strategies course.

Follow directions carefully and study the provided examples to improve accuracy, speed, and understanding. Review rubrics and resource materials to see expected format, steps, and definitions, boosting retention.

Develop active listening by staying attentive and engaging with verbal and nonverbal cues. Sit near the front, maintain eye contact, and ask questions to learn more effectively.

Master the SQ3R method—survey, question, read, recite, and review—to boost reading speed, comprehension, and exam readiness while improving note-taking.

Learn to become your own teacher during study and homework by teaching concepts to yourself, explaining diagrams and plots, and thinking like a student-teacher to boost retention.

Develop quality note-taking by preparing before lectures, listening for main concepts, and previewing texts to avoid overload; identify keywords, use diagrams, and form connections for better understanding and retention.

Master multiple choice tests by knowing the material, previewing the test to pace yourself, reading questions carefully, eliminating incorrect options, and selecting the best answer while double-checking your answer sheet.

Explore learning styles such as visual, auditory, and kinesthetic, and challenge the myth. Learn to use multiple modalities to strengthen weaknesses and improve learning.

Discover when music helps studying: generally not, but as background instrumental or ambient sound when no quiet space exists, use low-volume lyric-free tones to avoid distraction.