Study Skills
Two ways to prepare for an exam
What is...
-Try out practice exams-Go to study sessions
-Mental prepare with notes
-Go to office hours
-Quizlet
-Paraphrase lecture notes
-Create study guides
Two quiet places on campus you can find to study for finals
What is...
-Strozier
-Dirac
-ARC
-ACE learning center
-Resident hall study rooms
The least effective time to begin studying for an exam
A. Night before
B. 2+ weeks in advance
C. One week in advance
What is A. The night before the exam
Something you can do before each class period
What is...
-Read relevant chapters
-Write preliminary notes
-Prepare questions to ask
When you have a question about your final
Two organizations that offer study skills
The amount of hours you should spend studying outside of the classroom per credit hour
What is 2-3 hours per credit hour outside of class time.
The best time to review class material
What is within 24 hours of learning!
True or False:
When you get stumped on an exam question, it is better to keep working on the problem than to skip it and come back.
You should move on from the question and spend time answering the questions you do know, then come back to the one(s) you don't.
One thing you can do on the FSU library website (lib.fsu.edu)
What is...
-Book a study room
-Search library database
-Rent equipment
-Find tutoring information
The minimum amount of hours you should sleep each night for optimal academic achievement
What is 7-9 hours of sleep
Two things you can do to be successful on the day of a test
What is...
-Sleep well
-Eat appropriately
-Arrive early to the exam
-Prepare the supplies you need
-Read the exam carefully
If you are not understanding concepts in a class or are struggling
What is...
-Talk to a TA, professor, or classmates for clarification
-If necessary, visit the ACE tutors for subject-specific tutoring and help sessions.
Campus organizations that can help if you are stressed about exams, classes, or anything else?
What is...
-Counseling and Psychological Services
-RENEW
How often you should take breaks when studying
A. Every 30 minutes
B. Every hour
C. Every 1.5 hours
D. Never!
What is every 1.5 hours (P.S. never study longer than 3 hour blocks!)
When you get your course syllabus, you should...
A. Throw it out
B. Keep it and check it regularly
C. Read it only the first week and put everything in the calendar
What is
B. Keep it and check it regularly
This time of day is the best time to study
What is between 10AM and 2PM or 4PM to 10PM
Resource on campus that can help if you are struggling with a paper
What is the FSU Reading-Writing Center
A way to effectively use your time in a day
What is...
-Set a schedule
-Maintain a routine
-Creat a to-do list
-Use breaks wisely
True or False:
Attending class, interacting with course materials, and asking questions can help you retain more information.
What is True!