1. Misread Direction Errors These errors occur when you skip directions or misunderstand directions but answer the question or do the problem anyway. To avoid this type of error, read all the directions. 2. Careless Errors Mistakes made which can be caught automatically upon reviewing the test. To avoid type of error, watch for simple […] Read more
Study Skills
Step 1 – Use a memory data dump. Upon receiving your test, turn it over and write down the information that you put on your mental cheat sheet. Your mental cheat sheet has now turned into a mental list and writing down this information is not cheating. Do not put your name on it, do not skim […] Read more
Set Long-Term and Short-Term Goals Set Priorities Integrate All the Parts into Your Total Success Knowing clearly what you want will set you on the right path from the very beginning of your journey to success. What are the important goals in your college career? In your life? How can you set priorities, keep a […] Read more
When doing homework, you are actively using the knowledge you learned to solve problems. Reading textbook and attending lectures are somewhat “passive.” You get a much better understanding after doing some problems. In some sense, material is learned by doing many, many problems, especially the harder problems. A fatal mistake many students make is, after […] Read more
Review Before Tests Begin your test preparation activities as far in advance as you can. Go over your texts, notes, and homework. Make sure you understand and remember every part. Then try to summarize the material into one or a few pages. Study your summary until you become very familiar with it. Learn to anticipate […] Read more