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• Method 1 of 3: Organize to study
• Method 2 of 3: Apply good study methods
• Method 3 of 3: Find external sources

Effective study is critical to success in college, and new students often find that their old study habits need to change a lot. To begin with, you are looking for a quiet place to study. Study with a positive attitude and specific goals in mind. If you need help, don't hesitate to ask. Your teachers and fellow students are there to help you learn. You can learn excellent habits that will help you deal with the bumps you may encounter when you go to college.

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Method 1 of 3: Organize to study

1. Make sure you have a special study place. Find a quiet space in your room or somewhere on campus where you can concentrate. By studying in the same place every day, you train your brain to link a certain environment to work. This will help you get into a learning mode when you start studying.
   • Choose a place that is quiet and has little distraction. Your dorm basement might not be a good choice if it's a common place to meet, but you could study in your room at your desk.
2. Find a time when you can study regularly. If you study around the same time every day, your brain will be in the starting blocks when you sit down to learn. Check your calendar and check when you have free time. Schedule an hour or two each day for your studies around that time.
   • You can study during breaks between classes or in the evenings when your class day is over.
   • In addition to finding study time, you look for those moments when you are usually more energetic. If you tend to get sleepy in the afternoon, relax after two hours and schedule time to study after dinner.
3. Organize your materials. Make sure everything you need to study is in your study space. If you're studying somewhere at home, keep things like your books, pencils, pens, and scrap paper in the same place. If you are going to study elsewhere, invest in a school bag with a lot of compartments to store your study supplies in.
   • Buying supplies such as exercise books, a pencil case and other storage options at an office supply store is useful to keep your things organized.
4. Avoid distractions. When furnishing your study space, it is important to keep it free from distractions. Remove any technologies that distract your mind from work, such as your smartphone. You can even use apps to block distracting websites (like Facebook) while you study, forcing yourself to focus on academic websites instead.
   • Keep other distracting material, such as reading material unrelated to your studies, away from your study place.
   • If you are going to study elsewhere than in your room or apartment, do not bring anything that could be disruptive. Keep it with your school supplies and leave things like your iPod at home. However, if you are studying in a busy place, then you can bring something like music to help you focus.
5. Continue to try out what you need. Studying is all about experimenting. It may take a while to find your own way of working when it comes to studying.Experiment with studying at different times and places for a few weeks at the beginning of the semester until you figure out when and where you are most productive.
   • For example, study one day on campus and the next day in a grand café. Try to pay attention to where you feel most relaxed about being absorbed in the material, and get into the habit of studying there regularly.

Method 2 of 3: Apply good study methods

1. Set a goal for each session. Your study sessions are most effective if they have some direction. Simply studying blindly can be too much and may cause you to waste time figuring out where to start. Before each study session, you will need to find out which topics are most urgent and set goals.
   • For example, if you are studying for a math exam, focus on a particular concept every day. You can focus on quadratic equations one day and logarithms the next.
   • You can also set yourself goals based on the days of the week. Focus on Monday and Wednesday, for example, on mathematics and physics, and Thursday and Friday on, for example, the humanities.
2. Start with difficult material first. You are most energetic at the start of your study session. That is why it makes sense to start by studying the most challenging material. Tackle the most difficult parts and topics first, before working on your strengths.
   • For example, if you find a philosophical concept very difficult to understand, reread your notes and learn more about the concept first. Then you can move on to easier topics.
3. You rewrite notes. Study requires a lot of memorization. Rewriting your notes in different words can help. First, reread all your notes for one study session and then rewrite them. This allows you to become more immersed in the material and express it in your own words, which increases your understanding and helps you remember what you have learned.
4. Use memory games. Memory games can help you remember difficult concepts and terms. You can use visualization techniques or form series of words to help you memorize concepts. These can be very helpful for an exam.
   • A well-known example of a reminder is Rich Americans Get Big Chunks of Roast Beef at Family Parties, to remember the order of the taxonomy for classifying species (kingdom, division, class, order, family, genus, species, and race).
   • You can also start visualizing. For example, if you want to remember that Suze Groeneweg was the first woman in the House of Representatives and you have an aunt named Suze. Then imagine a picture of your aunt Suze giving a speech in parliament.
5. Take breaks. No one can study for hours on end without getting frustrated and burnt out. Breaks help to relax, recharge and to see a situation with new eyes. Get in the habit of studying for an hour and then taking a five-minute break to do something you enjoy, like checking out social media or messaging a friend.
   • Set a timer to make sure you stick with it. You should not study for too long, as this can lead to frustration, but you should also not pause for too long, as this is bad for your concentration.
6. Study with a positive attitude. If you think of studying as a chore, you will likely become frustrated and burn out quickly. Rather than seeing studying as something you should do, look at the positives. See this as a way to develop your knowledge and skills and get even more out of your education.
   • Studying can be tough and it's important to address and challenge stressful thoughts. For example, don't think something like, "I am worthless. I'm never going to understand this. "Rather think," I'm sure if I work a little bit every day, I will master this material. "
7. Give yourself rewards. Studying is easier if you have something to look forward to when you finish. Develop a reward system for yourself so that you are motivated to get all of your work done.
   • For example, agree that after three hours of study, you can go to the cafeteria and treat yourself to something like ice cream or pizza.

Method 3 of 3: Find external sources

1. If necessary, check your syllabus. It is important that you understand what the expectations of a course are while studying. Use the syllabus as your guide when all the material becomes too cluttered during learning. The syllabus provides an overview of important concepts, points, etc.
   • For example, suppose you become frustrated with having to learn from years of major scientific breakthroughs for a science subject. The syllabus says that the end goal of the degree is to gain a better understanding of scientific theory. It is more important for you to understand the overarching theories than to memorize exact dates.
2. Form a study group. Look for peers who are hard workers and good at the business. Ask if they would like to form a study group with you. The right study group can help you focus and engage and better understand the study material.
   • Choose the right people. If your study group is made up of friends, studying can quickly turn into socializing. Choose good students who are really involved in the subject.
   • Take advantage of each other's strengths. If a classmate doesn't understand a topic you are good at, but is doing well in an area you find confusing, they can be a good study partner. You can help each other.
3. Go to your teachers with questions. There is nothing to be ashamed of if you have any questions. Everyone sometimes gets lost and needs a little extra help. If you have questions about a concept or topic, e-mail your teacher about it or go to office hours. They may be able to help you with tips and tricks to better understand the material.
   • The consultation hours of your teacher should be mentioned in the information about the subject that you will receive at the beginning of the academic or school year.
   • When emailing your teacher, please state the time and day the course will be taught as the subject. Teachers often teach multiple classes.
4. Go to refresher classes if they are given. Some teachers have refresher classes every week or before an exam. Always make it a habit to go there, if you have time on your schedule. Refresher lessons can give you a better understanding of the material. They can also be a great time to ask teachers or assistants questions.
   • If your teacher does not provide refresher lessons, ask if they are willing to do so. If enough students are interested in such classes, they may still come.
5. Take lessons from a tutor. If your campus has study centers, take advantage of them if you ever need help. You can also search online for a private tutor in your area. Some personal help can be of great help if you find a particular topic difficult.
   • Not all tutors advertise in the counseling centers on college campuses. Some teachers post their flyers on the school bulletin board alongside other flyers for housing and textbook sales.
   • If you can't find private tutors, ask your classmates. Some of them may be willing to help you before or after class, and not all of them will charge a fee.