Attending class is an important part of a successful academic career at the university or college level. When you do not attend classes, you miss important discussions, tips from your professors, and changes in the syllabi or class schedules.
Being organized can provide tools for success as a student. Being organized can help you be ready for class, turn assignments in by the due date, and help you find "free" time for yourself.
There are many tips and habits that help you be a successful student. Going to class is important. If you are not in class, you may miss important information from the professor. Managing your time and being organized can help you develop and use a study plan. Having a great place to study can help you learn efficiently.
Read about the tips on this page; some of them may help you improve your organization and study habits.
Having a comfortable environment where you can study provides a safe and relaxing place for you to read, think, and retain the material you are studying. Your environment should work for you; think about where you are comfortable and what type of surroundings you like. Studying can take place wherever you are comfortable and want to spend time.
Reading scholarly articles and university level textbooks is very different from high school reading assignments. Scholarly articles usually contain discipline specific language, can be several pages long, and contain extensive bibliographic sources. University textbooks can also contain discipline specific language.
Organizing your time and developing time management skills can help make sure you have enough time to complete class assignments, participate in extracurricular activities and find time to do the things you want to do. You (and everyone else in the world) have 24 hours each day, how you spend the hours and what you accomplish is up to you.
There are many different types of study tips; some are for specific disciplines or types of classes. Look at this page and try several study skills; find the skills that work best for you. If you need assistance in developing your study skills, look for an academic success center or tutoring center on your campus.
