MUSE - A Spartan Scholar from the Start: Studying - Why, When, and How?
Studying - Why, When, and How?
Studying means completing class assignments and taking the time and
steps to be sure you understand the subject matter of your class.
It is also the process of improving learning skills to help you to
become an independent, lifelong learner.
Why
Studying is more than just completion of the tasks of attending class,
taking notes and reading the assigned materials. Studying means working
to understand the concepts, definitions, rules, principles and other
items that make up the subject matter of your course.
- Studying is what shapes the learning process for you, leads to
understanding of the material and leads to high performance in your
classes.
When
You should study at least 2 to 3 hours outside of class for every
hour spent in class.
- Practice time management skills to be sure you set aside enough
time for studying. Find out your best time of day for studying and
schedule it on your calendar.
How
Attend and participate in class. Instructors emphasize key points
and provide frameworks for understanding material. Class provides
opportunities for discussions and to ask questions.
- Read carefully and efficiently (see prior page on Reading).
- Review class notes soon after class to fill in missing pieces
and identify places where further study time is needed. Supplement
class notes with notes from your reading.
- Create a workable and comfortable study area for yourself—find
out what works for you and use it.
- If studying the course materials still leaves you with questions,
ask your professor about additional study materials. Create a set
of questions about the materials and bring them to class or to your
professor during office hours.
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