EFFECTIVE STUDY SKILLS By Mohammad Ahmed 8487 Sec (A) MBA (MORNING) 1
Improving Your Study Skills Increase your motivation Find a good study environment Take notes accurately and effectively Review periodically 2
Motivation Motivation is influenced by both internal and external factors. Motivation is not a stable trait. It is not an innate part of your character. Motivation can be improved! 3
Motivators Social Emotional Cognitive
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What Is The Relationship? Motivation
Hard Work
Motivation
Hard Work
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NEWS FLASH! It is VERY IMPORTANT that you read textbook. Don’t wait until last minute. Best to read text before lecture.
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Study Environment Keep regular study hours. Be comfortable, but not too comfortable. Use a clean, clear work space. Assemble all required materials. Limit distractions – QUIET!
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Taking Notes in Class • Date and number pages. • Listen for key words. • Use Roman numerals, letters, numbers, or indent. • Develop your own shorthand. 8
Avoiding Cramming Review (Reading and Comprehending) Take 10 minutes after each lecture to review the days material. Do this within 24 hours. Allow one hour per class each week to review all material for the week 9
Plan For Academic Success Students don’t plan to fail, they fail to plan.
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Academic Success Is Within Your Reach The study skills presented here depend on one thing, and that is your WILLINGNESS and WANT to improve and do well. 11