Developing effective study habits is important as they will help you use your study time more productively and will also help you handle stress.  Other tips for studying include learning some effective memory techniques, developing a good support network and working with other class members to enhance your study habits.

• Have a regular place to study, free from interruptions and distractions
• Make sure your study area has good lighting and ventilation
• Organise your study area so that the necessary resources are accessible, things like a dictionary, pens, calculator etc.
• Don’t forget the LIRNspace and library at Wodonga TAFE are excellent alternative areas to study

• Study is easier if you are well organised
• Develop a study schedule that suits your ‘up’ times
• Organise your notes and learning materials in folders or files
• Study with other students at times as it supports each other

• Break your work into small ‘blocks’ or units – it makes the task more achievable
• Use questions to focus your attention like
• What’s my purpose for reading this?
• How does this relate to the assessment?
• What do I already know about this topic?
• What’s the Big Picture here?
• What’s the author trying to say?
• What are the “expert questions?”
• What questions does this information raise for me?
• Have a short break when you begin losing concentration or about every 45 minutes or so
• Alternate between more enjoyable and less enjoyable tasks

• Use several senses, see it, hear it, speak it, and write it.
• Create summaries in point form as you go along
• Using a tape recorder may help you
• Discuss examples or ideas with others
• Create a mental picture by using your imagination
• Revise the material at the end of the day, at the end of the week and regularly until your final assessment

• It’s a fact that we learn better when we’re relaxed – so learn to relax!
• Look after yourself
• Eat well and exercise regularly
• Get enough sleep - 7 to 8 hours each night is ideal
• Plan time out – all work and no play is no fun at all
• Avoid over indulging with things like smoking, alcohol and medication
• Develop a strong support network.