top nine study strategies
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Top Nine Study Strategies
Presented by: Mireille SauretteThe Learning CurveAssiniboine Community College
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Agenda Reflect on your current approach
Identify areas for improvement
Review the top nine study strategies
Share resources & tools to improve studying
Reflection
How do you study? Is your approach
effective?
Why or why not?
(Hands and book, n.d)
I’ve Reflected…Now What?
What do you need the most help with?
Remembering content
Understanding content
Being able to apply what you are learning
Making connections
Strategy #1 – Discover Your Learning Preference
Finding my Learning Preference
Fill out the VARK questionnaire Are you a visual, auditory, read/write, kinesthetic or multi-modal learner Use strategies for your learning preference Improve effectiveness of your studying
Interactive Activity Using Smart Phones
Mentimeter
Strategy #2 – Preview the Text
How to Preview the Text Brainstorm what you already know Consider what you need to learn Before reading:
Read the title Review the table of contents Identify key words Review diagrams/charts/pictures Read the questions at the end
Brainstorming Activity
What do I already know about Facebook and privacy?
What more should I know about Facebook
and privacy?
What are the key terms?
Strategy #3 – Active Reading
(Preparing for exams, n.d.)
How to Read Actively
Monitor your understanding of the text Make connections as you read To do this:
Ask if you understand what read Highlight key terms & concepts Develop questions or flashcards Summarize each section Try the S3QR method
Study Strategy #4 – Effective Note Taking
How to Take Good Notes
Create notes that can be study aids
Different note-taking methods
Find one that works for you Why?
Note taking is another way of studying Saves you time
(Cornell Note-taking, n.d.); (Thomas, n.d.)
Study Tip #5 – Review Notes Within 24 Hours
How do I Review My Notes
Review notes within 24 hours 10 minutes per evening/per course Identify:
Most important concepts Key terms & new vocabulary Any information you missed during class Any next steps
Strategy #6 – Study Actively
How Do I Study Actively
Do something active Flashcards, concept maps, mind
maps, cue sheets, diagrams and/or practice questions
Why? It promotes deeper understanding Ability to apply new material Makes studying more interesting
Strategy #7 – Create a Study Group
(Diverse community, n.d.)
How Do I Create a Study Group?
Get a group of your classmates together Set a time & place to meet Each create a set number of questions to
quiz each other Make a plan to review course material Why?
Those who participate in study groups are generally more motivated, procrastinate less, and have less anxiety about their test/assignments.
Study Strategy #8 – Manage Your Time
How Do I Manage My Time?
Develop strategies to make most of time
Write down due dates
Plan your week
Start assignments early
Set goals
Hold yourself accountable
Create to-do lists
Time Tracker Activity
Fill it in according to what you do
Where can you find more time to study?
Is your time well-managed?
This tracker can be used as a planner
Strategy #9 – Find Your Ideal Study Spot
How Do I Find My Ideal Study Spot?
Identify the best place & time to study for YOU
Consider comfort level, distractions, noise, travel time, proximity to anything you may need while studying
Why? Having an ideal study spot and
regular study time helps you to make the most of your study time
Next Steps
Try at least one of the strategies
Reflect on how they worked
If you need additional assistance, please
come see the staff at the Learning Hub &
we can help you
Interactive Activity Using Smart Phones
Mentimeter
In Conclusion
Next Steps
Shared resources & tools to improve
studying
Reviewed the top nine study strategies
Identified areas for improvement
Reflected on your current approach
References
Cornell note-taking method [Image]. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://s-media-cache-
ak0.pinimg.com/736x/93/62/0d/93620d22fc7fc971093848531509bc99.jpg
Diverse community [Photograph]. (n.d.). Retrieved from
http://www.kellogg.northwestern.edu/~/media/Images/Web2014/Programs/Student-
Culture/Desktop/hero-d-diversity-students-talking.ashx
Hands and book [Photograph]. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.coldcoffeepress.com/wp-
content/uploads/2013/09/Hands-and-Book.jpg
Munn, C. (2014). Top ten study strategies [Microsoft PowerPoint].
Preparing for exams [Photograph]. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.colleges.co.uk/wp-
content/uploads/Preparation-for-university-exams_Medium-770x300.jpg
Thomas, D. (n.d.). A new culture of learning [Illustration]. Retrieved from http://s3-eu-west-
1.amazonaws.com/voicemap/vms/imgs/000/000/159/bigger/voicemap_a_new_culture_of
_learning__doug_thomas.jpg?1399992807
Top Nine Study Strategies
Presented by: Mireille Saurette
This presentation can be viewed and downloaded here:
[Slideshare/Bit.ly Link]