Attend all classes. Other students can get by missing an occasional class, but for you, hearing the lecture may be a critical factor in learning new material. Sit toward the front of the class so you can hear and see well, get involved in the class, and be more easily recognized if you have a question. Set the counter to zero and if you are unsure of a concept during the lecture, jot down the counter number in your notes for easy review and clarification later. Compare your notes with a partner.
Copy notes over, if necessary.
Highlight and summarize the main points. Keep a glossary of important terms, key concepts, major events, contributors and their theories, or formulas. Review frequently and then master material to the point of committing material to memory. Use memory strategies that aid recall, such as listings, categorizing, alphabetizing, devising acronyms, and associations. Plan two to three hours of studying for every hour in class and schedule your day, leaving time for relaxation after putting in solid blocks of time.