How to study. Discover your own learning style.

Learn How You Learn Find a study strategy that is suitable for you. Audial Learners

These type of students have the ability to recall whatever they hear.Audial learners often don't take notes in class because they remember everything that the prof says. They can carry on an intelligent conversation and learn a great deal from a good conversation. But books? Here's where their attention may wane. Reading may be difficult and they find themselves reading and rereading the same material. Audial Learner Strategies:
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Tape your classes. Few professors mind having their lectures tape recorded, and a taped copy of a lecture often helps you keep track of details you may otherwise not have had a chance to pen. Study with a partner, a friend, a spouse, or another classmate. Don't just spit facts back and forth. Discuss the issues that you see, take it apart, challenge each other to understand what's important.

Visual Learners Visual learners thrive on books and often take meticulous notes, but don't retain spoken information unless they jot it down.They can often discuss the subject matter fluidly, but may prefer not to think about more difficult concepts or ideas before they've worked through it on paper. A visual learner will generally remember what they've learned, but may get bored or have trouble following a conversation if it gets too involved or too long. Strategies for Visual Learners:
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Read. Read. Read. Take precise notes. If it's rote information, recopy your material by hand to assist you in retaining it. If it's a tough concept that your working on, write a brief paragraph for yourself and think through it with a pen in hand. Don't limit yourself to writing only the specific information, but explore what questions you have, even writing down if you disagree with some part of the topic and why.

Manual Learners Face it, some of us don't get it if we don't DO it. Hands-on is the only way to retain some things for you, and studying pure theory can seem impractical. But this is graduate school! How can you survive if you don't read? Strategies for Manual Learners

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Before you panic and think that you're relegated to the field of welding, think about what it is about your particular field that you plan on working with, and look at how to actually do it. This can be done in any field- from Humanities to Business. Spend time in agencies that operate within your field of interest. Internships are excellent places to start and can lead to wonderful opportunities. Interview with potential employers or functionaries in the field. Don't limit yourself to what you do in classes, but step outside of the class room environment and bring your studies to life through volunteer jobs, and experiencing the world.

Rarely will a student that will fit neatly into one category. Most individuals use a combination of two or more learning styles. They key is to try them on and see which ones fit the best. Don't be afraid to be a little unconventional in your appr

5 Ways to Stay Motivated

By Jamie Littlefield, About.com Guide
Many distance learners agree that the most difficult part of studying online is staying motivated. Because students must take the initiative to complete their courses completely on their own, without the physical presence of teachers and other peers, many students find it easy to become distracted and discouraged in their work. Don t let this happen to you plan ways for yourself to stay motivated before you re tempted to stray from your books. Use these five motivational tips to stay on task: 1. stay in touch with peers. -get to know your classmates. how? if same area, create a study group. if not, create an online support group i.e facebook, blog, etc

2. discussion -find a friend or relative similar interests/enjoy listening about your studies- tell them about your classes. -easier to digest information when you talk about it with someone.

3. Keep up with your progress.

keep track of your completed classes and put it where you can see it everyday. Seeing how you progress will give you satisfaction and motivation.

4. Give yourself a credit. Treat yourself for a work well done by buying yourself something or anything that will motivate you to do better and adhere to it.

5. Unwind! All hardworks and no fun will adversely affect your life. Spent time to unwind yourself and do your favourite pastime. Your productivity will be greatly improve! http://distancelearn.about.com/od/managingyourwork/a/motivation.htm

5 Study Secrets
Here s a few study strategies to do well in the examination. 1. Study the textbook or workbook before the contents. Take a moment to look up for the glossary, index, study questions and other relevant information so that you will know the book and how to use it better. Always read the study questions first before reading the topic because they are good indicators of what will come out in the examinations. 2. Use post-it notes. Summarise each section of the chapter you have read on a post-it note and reread them. It is a fast and easy way to do revision since they are organised by section.

3. Use a graphic organiser. Organise your information on a graphic organiser. It allows you record all information and quiz yourself by folding the answer upside down. Use a graphic organizer to take notes when you read. A graphic organizer is a form you can use to organize information. As you read, fill out the form with important information. Then, use your graphic organizer to help you study for the test. Try using the Cornell notes worksheet (you can download an example at Jim Burkes website). Not only does this organizer let you record important terms, ideas, notes, and summaries, it also lets you quiz yourself on that information by folding the answers upside down. Previous
4. Do a practice test

Do a practice test by revising what you have rea and construct your test.Make your own practice test. Take into account all keywords, study questions, highlighted words and an relevant information. If you do not recall the information, you have to read more. 5. Use visual flashcards. Flashcards aid in remembering relevant information. Jot down a term or a question on the front of a 3x5 index. Draw an image to help you remember. On the back of the card, write the definition or the answer. Make use of these cards prior to your real test. http://distancelearn.about.com/od/studyskills/a/testtakingtips_5.htm http://distancelearn.about.com/od/studyskills/a/testtakingtips.htm

Reading Strategies: SQ3R Method

By Tara Kuther, Ph.D., About.com Guide
The SQ3R Method helps you read quicker and keep more information. S represents Survey , Q for Question and 3R for Read , Recite , Review .

Survey Go through the topic headings very quickly and come up with a general review of the chapter. This will make your reading task much easier once you have the grasp of the material. Question

Turn the first heading in the chapter into a question. Asking questions take you on active reading and this way, you will memorise information better and more focus. Read

Read the first section of your reading assignment to answer your question. Actively search for the answer to your question. If you finish the section and haven't answered the question, reread it. Read reflectively. Consider what the author is trying to say, and think about how you can use that information. Recite Once you've read an initial section, look away and try to recite the answer to your question, using your own words and examples. If you can do this, it means that you understand the material. If you can't, glance over the section again. Once you have the answers to your questions, write them down.

Review After reading the entire assignment, test your memory by asking yourself the questions that you've identified. Review your notes for an overview the chapter. Consider how it fits with what you know from the course, experience, and other classes. What is the material's significance? What are the implications or applications of this material? What questions are you left with?
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Smart Study Strategies

Study Skills for 7 Intelligence Types
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People are smart in different ways. Some people can create a catchy song at the drop of a hat. Others can memorize everything in a book, paint a masterpiece, or be the center of attention. When you realize what you re good at, you can figure out the best way to study. Based on Howard Gardner s theory of intelligence, these study tips can help you tailor your learning for your intelligence type.

Word Smart (Linguistic intelligence) Word smart people are good with words, letters, and phrases. They enjoy activities such as reading, playing scrabble or other word games, and having discussions. If you re word smart, these study strategies can help: make flashcards take extensive notes keep a journal of what you learn

Number Smart (logical-mathematical intelligence) - Number smart people are good with numbers, equations, and logic. They enjoy coming up with solutions to logical problems and figuring things out. If you re number smart, give these strategies a try: make your notes into numeric charts and graphs use the roman numeral style of outlining put information you receive into categories and classifications that you create

Picture Smart (spatial intelligence) Picture smart people are good with art and design. They enjoy being creative, watching movies, and visiting art museums. Picture smart people can benefit from these study tips: sketch pictures that go along with your notes or in the margins of your textbooks draw a picture on a flashcard for each concept or vocabulary word you study use charts and graphic organizers to keep track of what you learn

Body Smart (Kinesthetic intelligence) Body smart people work well with their hands. They enjoy physical activity such as exercise, sports, and outdoor work. These study strategies can help body smart people be successful: act out or imagine the concepts you need to remember look for real-life examples that demonstrate what you re learning about search for manipulatives, such as computer programs, that can help you master material

Music Smart (Musical intelligence) Music smart people are good with rhythms and beats. They

enjoy listening to cds, attending concerts, and creating songs. If you re music smart, these activities can help you study: create a song or rhyme that will help you remember a concept listen to classical music while you study remember vocabulary words by linking them to similar-sounding words in your mind

People Smart (Interpersonal intelligence) Those who are people smart are good with relating to people. They enjoy going to parties, visiting with friends, and sharing what they learn. People smart students should give these strategies a try: discuss what you learn with a friend or family member have someone quiz you before an exam create or join a study group

Self Smart (Intrapersonal intelligence) Self smart people are comfortable with themselves. They enjoy being alone to think and reflect. If you re self smart, try these tips: keep a personal journal about what you re learning find a place to study where you won t be interrupted keep yourself involved in assignments by individualizing each project http://distancelearn.about.com/od/studyskills/a/studysmart.htm