Study Techniques

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Study with a friend so that you can talk out loud and hear the information.

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Recite quotes, lists, dates, etc., out loud. ​

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Read or summarize your class notes onto a tape. Listen to the tapes three times in preparation for a test.

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Before reading a chapter, look at all the pictures and headings, and then verbalize what you think the chapter will be about. ​

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Have a friend quiz you on vocabulary words; recite the word and definition out loud frequently. ​

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To memorize, pace or walk around while reciting to yourself, looking at a list, or studying index cards. ​

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Use a bright piece of construction paper in your favorite color as a desk blotter. This is called color grounding, and it can help you focus. ​

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When studying, take breaks as frequently as you need. Just be sure to get right back to the task. A reasonable schedule is 20-30 minutes of studying and 5 minutes of break. ​

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When trying to memorize information, close your eyes and write the information in the air, on a desk, or in the carpet with your finger. Picture the words in your head as you do this. If possible, hear them too. Later, when trying to recall this information, close your eyes, and see it with your mind’s eye, hear it in your head. ​

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Create a physical model of concepts using arts and crafts materials.

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