Listen to tape, rewrite notes, and highlight key concepts, as soon after class as possible. Compare your notes with a study partners 9. Apply the following principles of effective learning when you study. They will increase your chances of success. Complete the reading assignments prior to class.
Most instructors value the active participation of students who come to class prepared.
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. Preview new material and review the previous lecture before each class. Sit toward the front of the class so you can hear and see well and be more easily recognized if you have a question or want to participate in the discussion. Set the counter to zero and if you are unsure of a concept during the lecture, jot down the counter number in the margin of your notes for easy review and clarification later.