1. Listen actively
-Focus your attention
-Ask questions if you don't understand something
-Write down main points
2. Get involved in class discussions
-Be prepared. Complete reading assignments before class.
-Ask questions.
3. Take good notes
-Don't write down everything. Summarize what's been said in your own words.
-Review your notes after class. This helps keep the information fresh in your mind.
4. Become a better reader
-Preview the section: read chapter title and introduction.
-After every few paragraphs, summarize. Pause and state main points and details in your own words.
-Look up words you don't know.
-Make notes with any questions you may have.
5. Use your time well and stay organized!
-Use a planner (or stickies) to keep track of your homework each night.
-Choose a quiet place to study.
-Plan when you will get your homework done each night. It may work best to do your homework as soon as you get home!
6. Don't forget to pray before and after you study!
-St. Thomas Acquinas, pray for us!
-St. Catherine of Alexandria, pray for us!
Academic Survival Skills:
1. Listen actively
-Focus your attention
-Ask questions if you don't understand something
-Write down main points
2. Get involved in class discussions
-Be prepared. Complete reading assignments before class.
-Ask questions.
3. Take good notes
-Don't write down everything. Summarize what's been said in your own words.
-Review your notes after class. This helps keep the information fresh in your mind.
4. Become a better reader
-Preview the section: read chapter title and introduction.
-After every few paragraphs, summarize. Pause and state main points and details in your own words.
-Look up words you don't know.
-Make notes with any questions you may have.
5. Use your time well and stay organized!
-Use a planner (or stickies) to keep track of your homework each night.
-Choose a quiet place to study.
-Plan when you will get your homework done each night. It may work best to do your homework as soon as you get home!
6. Don't forget to pray before and after you study!
-St. Thomas Acquinas, pray for us!
-St. Catherine of Alexandria, pray for us!