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How to Study Better


With the right system, you can get great grades, even if you aren't the smartest student in your class. In 1941, Francis Robinson developed a successful study technique that everyone can practice. It is called SQ3R, which stands for Survey, Question, Read, Recite, and Review.

Survey: Before class, skim the text so you can anticipate discussions. Read other resources related to your lesson. This will help you understand the lecture better, while opening opportunities for class participation.

Question: Jot down questions about confusing points while reading or listening to a class discussion. Raise the questions to your professor during or after class. Remember to jot down your professor's responses in your notes.

Read: Find a quiet place where you can concentrate without interruption. Studies show that twenty minutes of singular focus can help you learn more than one hour of trying to do five things at once.

Recite: Take an active involvement during class. It's not only beneficial for your class participation grade but it helps you remember the material. According to research, a person can remember 90% from what he said and 10% from what he heard.

Review: Review your previous lecture notes and texts before and after each class. This will help you get your mind in the right context for discussion, and will help you retain new information.