Hot Study Tips

Use a Long- Range Planner

* Break down "big" assignments into
as many smaller steps as it takes to
get the project finished

* Set due dates for each step

* Set the final due date as your last step

What to look for when Proofreading

* Title fits the subject of the paper

* Paper is well organized

* Capital letters, commas, periods, etc.

* Complete sentences - no fragments or
run-ons

* Paragraph contains one complete
thought

* Paper remains focused on topic

* Paper contains an opening and
ending paragraph

* Spelling errors are corrected

* Re-read the paper to make sure it
makes sense

Make a Checklist for Reports

*A checklist will help you organize
   information so all requirements are
   completed. Include the following
   information:

* Length -How long should the report
be?

* Typed or handwritten?

* Single spaced or double spaced?

* Due date

* Resource requirements

* Page numbers

* Graphic or illustration requirements

* Proofread

How to Study for Tests

* Determine what the test will cover
   and organize materials such as class
   notes, worksheets, study guides,
   homework, quizzes, textbook,
    discussions, videos, etc.

* Schedule study time - DO NOT wait
until the night before the test to begin
studying.

* Break information into small bits and
study a little each night.

* Summarize or highlight important
information.

* Review study questions and prior
    quizzes or tests. This will help review
    the types of tests the teacher usually
    gives.

* Make a sample test. Write down
questions that might be on the test.

* Spend time on the items you do not
know. Don't waste valuable study
time onitems you already know.

* Reread important sections from the
   text. This will help you pick up items
   you missed the first time, or clarify
   things you did not understand
   the first time. Especially read the
   headings, subheadings, charts, maps,
   vocabulary,and chapter summaries.

* Rewrite your notes, excluding
    unnecessary information. This is
    especially helpful for open-book
    exams.

* Ask someone to drill you on vocabulary and
important terms.

* Relax and get a good night's rest
before an exam.