Study Skills - Indianapolis

1. Time Management:
   - Plan: Use planners/calendars.
   - Prioritize: Focus on urgent tasks.
   - Break Tasks: Divide into smaller steps.

2. Active Learning:
   - Engage: Ask questions, summarize, discuss.
   - Diversify: Use various study materials.

3. Note-Taking:
   - Methods: Use the Cornell note-taking method, mind mapping, & outlining.
   - Review: Regularly revise notes.

4. Study Environment:
   - Location: Quiet, well-lit, distraction-free. Try a study room at the library. (click on "reserve a study room" on the right-hand side of the home page)
   - Prepared: Keep supplies handy.

5. Test Preparation:
   - Start Early: Avoid cramming.
   - Practice: Use flashcards, quizzes.

6. Reading Strategies:
   - SQ3R: Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review.
   - Annotate: Highlight and summarize.

7. Memory Techniques:
   - Mnemonics: Use acronyms, visualization.
   - Spaced Repetition: Review at intervals.

8. Healthy Habits:
   - Sleep: 7-9 hours per night.
   - Exercise: Regular physical activity.
   - Nutrition: Eat healthily.

9. Seek Help:
   - Resources: Use Ivy Tech tutoring at the Learning Center, use 24/7 virtual tutoring on tutor.com, or organize study groups with other students.
   - Ask Questions: Get clarification.

10. Self-Motivation:
    - Set Goals: Short-term and long-term.
    - Rewards: Celebrate achievements.