by W. Diane Van Zwol

Created on: September 01, 2008   Last Updated: September 05, 2008

Study In A Way That Is Effective For You

"What is the best way to study in college?"

There is no limit to the number of ways that you can study when you are in college. Consider some of the following options:

1. Access the appropriate information that you need in order to study, directly from the internet.

We live in an era where almost everyone has access to the internet. Do your research online and print out what you need for your study material. Note that there will probably be more information than you require, so learn how to become selective in your research. Always keep a record of your source. Find current sources, as opposed outdated internet sources.

2. Use more traditional methods like taking notes in class.

Almost everyone in college, takes notes at one time or another. This has always been a valid method of studying. Take down key points in your notes and expand upon them, at a later time. Make certain that the notes that you take in class, are good notes. Listen carefully to your instructor or professor, when you are in class. If there are points that you are not clear on, make certain that you ask questions about them, at that time. Do not leave the classroom, until you understand what you are to study. Your instructor or professor may allow you to record lectures, but make certain that you have permission to do so. Obtain all of your class handouts, eg. a course outline, directives, specific assignments, tables, terminology, etc. before you leave.

3. Use videos, CDs or DVDs to study at home.

There is an increasing amount of information, applicable to many different kinds of college courses, now available on videos, CDs and DVDs. You may access these through your college bookstore or library. If they are not available there, try your local bookstore or library. You may be able to download them from the internet. Many students have access to CD and DVD burners. If you are downloading information that you are burning onto CDs or DVDs, make certain that you are not into copyright infringement.

4. Use audio tapes to study.

Audio tapes on many different topics are available in college bookstores and libraries, as well as in local bookstores and libraries. If a certain audio tape that you require is not available, ask the bookstore or library to obtain a copy of it for you. You may also be able to purchase it, or download it from the internet. You can listen to it when you are relaxing.

5. Use legitimate reference books to study.

When doing research for study

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