U8 - Effective Study Techniques and Strategies

Which of the following is an example of an active studying technique?

• Creating a study guide by topic

• Reading the same chapter multiple times

• Memorizing definitions without context

• Skipping practice problems

Why might high school study habits not be effective in college, according to the handout?

• College classes are more intense and require different study skills

• College professors are more lenient

• College exams are easier

• College classes are shorter

How can you use the syllabus to help organize your study materials?

• Use subtopics on the syllabus as a guide to organize materials by topic

• Ignore the syllabus and study randomly

• Only use the syllabus for attendance

• Use the syllabus to skip topics

What is the suggested method for memorizing material for class?

• Make flashcards and review them periodically throughout the day

• Memorize everything in one long session

• Only read the material once

• Skip memorization altogether

What is the main advantage of intensive study sessions?

• They are short and allow you to get work done with minimal wasted effort

• They require you to study all night

• They involve only passive reading

• They are less effective than drawn-out studying

Why is self-testing considered an effective study strategy?

• It improves the intensity and efficiency of learning

• It wastes time

• It is less effective than passive reading

• It causes distraction

According to the text, why might the silence of a library not be the best place for everyone to study?

• Because some people concentrate better with background noise.

• Because libraries are always crowded.

• Because libraries do not have enough resources.

• Because libraries are too far from home.

What is suggested if you find the silence of the library distracting but still want to study there?

• Try the first or second floors where there is more background 'buzz'.

• Leave the library immediately.

• Study only at home.

• Listen to loud music in the library.

Which of the following is NOT recommended to eliminate distractions during study sessions?

• Responding to texts while studying.

• Turning your phone off.

• Using apps to set study limits.

• Not using your computer if not needed.

How can you ensure you always have a good study environment?

• Have a variety of places in and around campus to study.

• Only study in your room.

• Never change your study spot.

• Study only at night.