1. Survey/Preview Question Read Recite Review
SQ 3-R
Survey/Preview
Question
Read
Recite
Review

2. S= Survey/Preview
Look at the assigned chapter, its title and headings.
Read the introduction
1st sentence in paragraph
The last paragraph & summary
Look at charts, graphs, photos, etc.

3. Q = Question
Reading to answer questions can increase retention of material
Create your own questions
Instructor’s questions
Questions at the end of the chapter
Change the headings in the book into questions
“Reduce Stress” to “How can I reduce stress?”

4. R= Read Stay focused on readings Do not highlight at this point
Take breaks every hour/half-hour
Make notes of areas to cover again later
Do not highlight at this point
Summarize what you have read on paper. Make sure that all questions have been answered

5. Reciting material out loud increases retention.
R= Recite
Recite what you have written down. Do it out loud!
Try to study with classmates/groups
Reciting material out loud increases retention.
Only 20% of material recited is forgotten within 2 weeks.
80% of materials is forgotten in 2 weeks if not recited!

6. R= Review Within 24 hours Now you can highlight important facts
Redo notes as needed and review them consistently