First week of classes - Study Cycle

During the first week of classes it might seem that you do not have a lot of work.  This will change quickly, so it is important to get into productive study habits now.

You can think of each week as a cycle that you are going to work through, and then at the beginning of the next week start it over again.  For a class that meets 3 times a week, the study cycle is:

Go to class > review your notes > read the textbook>

Go to class > review your notes > read the textbook >

Go to class > review your notes > read the textbook >

REPEAT from the beginning

If you have a class that meets twice a week, you should still review your notes at least three times a week.  If you have a class that meets just once a week, you will need to review your notes 3 or 4 times between classes.

In future postings, I will give you information about what to actually do while you are reviewing your notes - it needs to be more than just rereading!

For now, get into the habit of reviewing your lecture notes as soon as possible after class and reading your textbooks before class and/or after to check and review information.