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Seven Secrets of How to Study Table of Contents Sample Chapter (Chapter I: How to Study Smart) Table of Contents Part I Introduction 3 Learning to Study the Smart Way 3 Why Study 3     Part II Mapping Your Strategy for Better Grades     Chapter I How to Study Smart 5 Quantity vs. Quality 6 Seek Help 7 Study Groups 8 Know Yourself 9 Put an End to Peer Pressure 11 Locate a Quiet Study Environment 12 How to Prepare For Essay Examination 13 Objective Questions 14 Develop Your Own Test 15 Improve Your Memory 15 Develop An Examination Outline 16 Study Smart Application 17 What College Students Are Saying 22 Study Smart Summary 23 Study Smart Activities 24     Chapter II Time Management 26 Making the Commitment 27 Active Time Management 27 Create a Time Management Environment 28 Test Preparation 29 Divide Your Study 30 Participate in Stress and Relaxation Exercises 31 Time Management Applications 32 What College Students Are Saying 34 Time Management Summary 35 Time Management Study Activities 36     Chapter III Financial Planning for College/Trade Work 38 Making the Investment Work 39 Time is Money 40 Avoid Financial Problems 41 Study Smart Financial Plan 42 College Financial Planning 43 Winning Scholarships 44 Financial Planning Applications 45 What College Students are Saying 47 What College Students are Saying 47 Managing College Finances Summary 48 Managing College Finances Activities 48     Chapter IV Term Papers 51 Brainstorming 52 Outline 53 Your Instructors and the Term Paper 53 Your Resources 54 The Computer is Your Friend 55 Term paper Application 56 What College Students are Saying 59 Term Paper Summary 60 Term Paper Activities 60     Chapter V Test Questions 63 Using Others as Your Academic Resource 64 Memorize Your Notes 65 Memorize with 3 x 5 Cards 66 Multiple Choice Question Review 67 Test Preparation Applications 68 What College Students are Saying 70 Test Questions Summary 70 Test Preparation Activities 71     Chapter VI Understanding the Textbook 73 Textbook Topics 75 Textbook Questions 76 What College Students are Saying 78 Understanding Your Textbook Summary 79 Textbook Activities 79     Chapter VII Understanding Your Teacher 82 Resubmit Assignments 83 Ask for Extra Credit 83 The Teacher Presentation Style 84 Understand Your Instructors Research 85 Ending Procrastination 85 The Teacher Application 86 What College Students are Saying 88 Understanding the Teacher Summary 89 Teaching Activities 90 College Resources 92 College Preparation Courses 93 Financial Aid Web Sites 95 SAT Resources 96 SAT Prep Online 96 College Book Web Sites 97 Cheap Books 98 College Web Sites 99 How to Study Resources 100 How to study Websites 100 Money for College 101 Chapter I How to Study Smart When some students think about studying, they get frustrated because it seems that no matter how hard they study they can't obtain good grades. It can be confusing when the information you receive in class does not appear to agree with your test. Some students study long hours but never earn better grades. There is one solution to this problem: You must learn how to study smart. First, realize that you can learn anything you set out to understand if you have a positive mental attitude. You must determine your short-term goals each time you sit down to study. Your short-term goals should include information you need to creatively learn your subjects. For example, let’s say that you are studying for a history test. Identify all the information resources you will need, such as videotapes, extra textbooks, library information, Internet resources, meetings with your teacher, and computer software. Map out a plan indicating resources you will use to study each course. Fast Tips: Organize your study notes into separate binders View videotapes and Web sites related to your course Quantity vs. Quality The quality of your study is an important factor in beginning an effective study session. Quality study time begins when the first day of school starts. It includes preparing and collecting study materials for each class. Once you have collected your materials, identify a quiet study environment and begin to develop an outline of your material. Use your calendar to mark off important test dates. Have a written plan indicating action steps you will use to obtain your goal. Having a game plan will help you to maximize the amount of information you will learn from each study session. Some students believe that long hours of study result in better grades. This belief is not necessarily true. Some students who study long hours each night do not achieve the results they desire. Even after long hours of study, they don’t remember their material when they enter the test room. This happens because they have not discovered that the quality of study is more important than the quantity of study time. Quality of study also includes having a right attitude about the information you’re studying. To study effectively, your mind must be clear of all distractions. Try to resolve personal problems as soon as they arise. Talk to a friend or see a counselor who can give you sound advice. When you have the right attitude, your study will be more effective. Fast Tips: After each study session, ask yourself, what have I learned? Make notes of important points while you study. Seek Help There are many places where you can acquire greater knowledge about your topic. The smart student takes advantage of every possible resource. Start by seeking assistance from your teacher. Getting to know each of your instructors is important. Knowing your teacher enables you to gain easy access to additional resources they can provide. Also, knowing your instructors' likes and dislikes can improve your grades on tests and quizzes. Most schools have a tutoring center or teachers who can offer additional support in your subject. Go to each session with the appropriate preparation. Complete all textbook chapters and problems prior to scheduling your tutoring meeting. Your preparation for each session is important because it will help you to identify your tutoring needs. SAMPLE OF SCHOLARSHIP RESOURCES Financial Aid Web Sites U.S. Dept of Education:www.ed.gov www.iwc.pair.com/scholarshipage www.wired scholar.com/usafunds Scholarship Search:www.fastweb.com www.greatgiveaway.salliemae.com Scholarship Search: www.srexpress.com www.college-scholarships.com www.free_scholarship_searches www.finaid.org www.cashe.org www.scholarships-ar-us.org/moresearches.htm www.fafsa.ed.gov www.cns.gov www.gatesfoundation.org www.gmsp.org

 

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