1. The
Psychology of
Studying

2. How To Tame A Textbook SQ4R Question Survey Read Recite/Respond
Reflect/Record
Review

3. How To Tame A Lecture LISAN Ideas Lead Signal words Actively listen
Note taking

4. Study Strategies
Study in a specific place
Used spaced study sessions

5. Methods For Improving Memory
Drill and Practice
Relate New Information to What
Is Already Known
Form Unusual, Exaggerated
Associations
The Method of Loci

6. Methods For Improving Memory
Mnemonic Devices
Acronym
Sensory-Afferent
Motor-Efferent
= SAME

7. Methods For Improving Memory
Mnemonic Devices
Phrase
Every Good Boy Does Fine

8. Methods For Improving Memory
Mnemonic Devices
Jingle
X shall stand for playmates 10
V for 5 stalwart men.
I for one, D for five.
M for a thousand soldiers true,
And L for 50, I’ll tell you.

9. Look for meaningful acronyms. Try the method of loci.
IMPROVING YOUR MEMORY
Domain
Helpful Techniques
Use mnemonics.
Lists of items
Look for meaningful acronyms.
Try the method of loci.
Textbook material
Follow the SQ4R system.
Allocate your time to allow for distributed
practice.
Read actively, not passively.
Follow LISAN method.
Lectures
Take notes, but record only main points.
Review notes as soon after lecture as
possible in order to fill in missing points.
Write a detailed outline of lecture notes
rather than passively reading them.
Studying for exams
Use flash cards for concepts and terms!
Cite examples.

10. Self-Regulated Learning
1. Set specific, objective learning goals.
2. Plan a learning strategy.
3. Be your own teacher.
4. Monitor your progress.
5. Reward yourself.
6. Evaluate your progress and goals.
7. Take corrective action.

11. Procrastination Time Management weekly time schedule Goal Setting
term schedule
Goal Setting
Make Learning An Adventure

12. Taking Tests Read all directions and questions carefully
Survey the test before you begin
Answer easy questions first
Spend more time on more difficult ones
Answer all questions
Use time wisely
Ask for clarification when needed

13. Objective Tests
Relate question to what you know, then read alternatives
Read all choices before making decision
Read rapidly and skip questions unsure about
Eliminate certain alternatives
Answer all questions, no penalty for guessing
Look for best answer. Rule out flawed answers.
Answers with always, never, most, least, best, worst, largest, or smallest are often false

14. Short Answer Questions
Read question carefully
Note key words like compare, contrast, discuss, evaluate, analyze, explain
Answer question and provide all it asks
Think about answer and list main points, then write, and rearrange in logical order
Don’t pad your answer
Review your answer for errors

15. Digital Media

16. Book Companion Website
On-line quizzes
Interactive activities
Internet resources
Online flash cards
Psych In the News
Discussion Forum
Research and Teaching Showcase
Archives
Text Website

17. Getting the Most From This Course
Prepare – read and write
Take an honest look at yourself

18. Getting the Most From This Course
Decide what you want for yourself
Take risks

19. Getting the Most From This Course
Establish trust
Be direct

20. Getting the Most From This Course
Listen
Think for yourself

21. Getting the Most From This Course
Avoid self-fulfilling prophecies