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Taking notes can help you remember material from class lectures and discussions. When you take notes using your own words and ideas, the notes can help you understand and remember the material you are studying. There are different styles and types of note taking, experiment and find the system that works best for you.
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.
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.
There are different ways to study and learn; students have different styles and ways of learning. Take a look at the tips on studying; find what works for you.
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.
