Learning Effectively: An Introduction

Structure your academic schedule as if it were a 40-hour work week. Use a planner or calendar to write down all your regularly scheduled activities as well as any due dates for papers or exams. Plan time for sleep, exercise, and social ...

Fortunately, you can maximize the control you have in a testing situation by studying proactively. In other words, don’t wait until you know there is a test; the entire course is your study session. Just as runners build up for a marathon run, good students study from the beginning ...

Learn how to get the most out of your time in the classroom, improve your ability to manage your day and develop strong study habits.