Studying Tips
Lauryn Pittman
Why Study ?
Yes studying may seem boring and time consuming but at the end of the day it's a good way to make good grades on test and other assignments, you also end up getting a better understanding of what your learning.
Some Helpful Tips
Make Time
Download an app on your phone or use a calendar to help you determine when to start studying and what days the test/quiz begins.
Stay Focused !
Attention has an important role in memory. Sometimes its hard stay focused and pay attention to your studying especially if you have friends around or the television is Turned on to watch. When you're studying it's best to get rid of all distractions.
Keep it Organized
When studying you should try to organize information in groups. This is similar to a cluster where information is grouped together by their similar concepts or terms into different groups.
Use Mnemonic Devices
A mnemonic device is a technique used to aid in recall. This is a good way to remember information because it is simple and it usually sticks.
Rehearse
When studying terms or vocabulary you could try rehearsing it by repeating certain terms and vocab. repeatedly. This helps you to recall information much quicker and easier.