Studying regularly will help you to maximize your learning in each course and to stay up to date with your homework. Choose the tips that work best for you.
Create a Study Plan
- Each week, plan what you will work on each day
- Keep track of your plan on a calendar, agenda or electronic device
- Share your study plan with your family
Set up the Mind-set, Time & Space for Studying
- Find a place at home that is free of distractions, has a flat surface and proper lighting
- Set a consistent study time for each day
- Set time limits when you study, plan breaks (for snacks, movement)
- Get enough sleep, eat properly and exercise
- Make sure that you’ve brought home all necessary materials to do your work
Share Studying with Others
- Find a study buddy or join/make a study group
- Talk to a friend about what you’ve learned
- Teaching a friend is a great way to support and extend your learning
- Have someone ask you questions about what you’re learning
Take Notes
- Take notes during class and review for homework
- Make sure you include clear headings, unit title, the date and your name
- When reading, or researching online, take notes
- Read your notes out loud
- Write questions to ask your teacher
Read
- Use your textbook and other reading material to review important information
- Use sticky notes to keep track of key ideas, terms and concepts
- Use a highlighter to underline main ideas in your notebook
- To help you focus on what you’re reading, cover the other part of the page with paper
Help your Memory
- Create or use acronyms (e.g. LOL J) to help remember facts/concepts
- Write poetry or songs
- Use visual aids and word associations such as pictures, charts, flashcards, graphic organizers and mind-maps
- Make connections between the material you are studying and your personal life
