- What is Active Reading and Annotating?
- Active Reading: Reading with the purpose of understanding the text.
- Annotating: Adding notes to comment, explain or raise questions about a text
- When is this most helpful?
- I found this most helpful before going to class; however, this method can be used at any time.
- Why use this study method?
- Engaging
- Prevents mindless reading
- Develops critical thinking skills
- Helps to make connections, inferences, and conclusions
- Keep track of ideas and questions
- How?
- Skim the Text
- Take note of headings and subtopics
- Make learning goals
- Read and Annotate the Text
- Highlight important words, terms
- Underline key ides
- Write down questions, ideas, connections, and conclusions
- Color-code your notes.
- Summarize the reading after each section
- Write down key points from memory
- Go back to the text to fill in gaps
- Fill in ALL gaps
- Ask the instructor about unclear topics
- Review
- Read all the notes
- Write down key points from memory
- Fill in any gaps
- Repeat as needed
This is an introductory post on common study methods that are good starting points for when you are confused about how to study. In further posts, we will look at each of these study methods in detail including the pros and cons and how they can be tweaked to fit your needs While studying, it is best to try to incorporate as many colors and senses as possible as it boosts memory significantly! Actively Read and Annotate the Textbook Useful to review material before class. Write down questions and highlight important vocabulary. Incorporate more senses by reading out-loud Create and Review Flashcards Useful memorization tool. Use colorful pens to color-code terms and pictures. Incorporate more senses by reading them out-loud and walking or moving around as you review them. Reorganize and Rewrite Your Notes Most helpful when reviewing material after class for the first time. Think about different ways to word, organize, a...
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