1. LOGICAL STEPS TO ACADEMIC SUCCESS
BASIC STUDY SKILLS
LOGICAL STEPS TO
ACADEMIC SUCCESS

2. PRE-ASSESSMENT What is your primary learning style?
What study method(s) best suit your learning style?
Should you study in the same location each time you study?
How many specific test taking strategies can you name?

3. LEARNING STYLE
INVENTORY

4. VISUAL LEARNERS Use color coding Use checklists
Use notes, charts, graphs, maps, or other visual aids
Use highlighters
Use visual imaging
READ! READ! READ!

5. AUDITORY LEARNERS Use books on tape
WITH PERMISSION, use tape recorders
Use “chants”
Use mnemonic devices
Read aloud
Use pair & share or quiz with partner

6. TACTILE/KINESTHETHIC LEARNERS
Exercise as you study
Trace text with a special highlighter as you read
Use flashcards
Use tracing
Use models, computers, or other assistive technology
Use a stress ball

7. TEST TAKING STRATEGIES
Know the test format
Know the test standards
Know the test time limits
Read all parts of every question
Use a “fall-back” letter for multiple choice tests
Use LOGICAL guessing strategies

8. TEST TAKING STRATEGIES
Study for tests in chunks over time
Prepare possible questions that may be on the test and answer those
Make notes of reading material covered on a test
Check your notes, ideas, and concepts with a successful peer

9. TEST TAKING STRATEGIES
Attend study sessions and tutorials
Seek out instructor for extra help

10. POST ASSESSMENT What is your primary learning style?
What study method(s) best suit your learning style?
Should you study in the same location each time you study?
How many specific test taking strategies can you name?

11. LOGICAL STEPS TO ACADEMIC SUCCESS
BASIC STUDY SKILLS
LOGICAL STEPS TO
ACADEMIC SUCCESS

12. Contact Information
Mrs. Kimbrell or Mrs. Lesa May
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