Knowing how to study isn’t something you’re born with—it’s a skill you learn in order to become a better student. There are lots of things you can do to make it easier to learn and get better grades—and these skills will all help you get into college and thrive once you’re there. People who get A’s and B’s aren’t necessarily smarter than those who get C’s and D’s. Sometimes, they’re just better at managing their time, knowing how to study, or understanding what teachers expect from them. Put some time into learning great study habits and you’ll be amazed at how quickly your grades improve.

Study Skills Resources

• Use our Monthly Assignment Schedule to plan your homework assignments and stay on top of it!
  
• Check out our STAR Notetaking Strategy. It shows you how to take genius notes in class and ace your tests, and then use the Lecture/Book Notes form to get the most out of your lectures and reading, and study easily.
  
• Our Notebook Organization form will help turn you into a study machine, making your notes organized, efficient, and clear.
  
• This Reading Textbooks form will help you get the most out of anything you’re reading, even the hardest chemistry books!
  Use the Homework & Assignments Planner to keep track of all of your work for every class.
  
• Take our Study Habits Survey and figure out your strengths and weaknesses, then talk to your College Knowledge advisor about focusing on ways to improve.
  
• Our Study Groups form will help you put together a fun, effective study group for maximum grade improvement.
  
• Our fun Integrative Learning form will help you determine what kind of learner you are, and the best ways for you to approach learning, school, and studying. Talk to your College Knowledge advisor about the results.
  

Links
Professor Freedman’s Math Help
Numbers getting you down? This site is a great place to kick your math anxieties.

Merriam-Webster’s Language Center
This site has all you’ll ever need to know about words. You’ll find a great dictionary and thesaurus, antonyms, synonyms, and ways to use words in sentences.

Homework Spot
This site has a little something for everyone, from elementary to high school students. The page has tutor services, test-taking tips, and tricks on studying for any subject. Make sure to check out the homework help in subjects like English and Math.

Homework Help
This site will help you with all kinds of classes—from art to technology. You can do research as well as post questions, comments, or ideas. The page also has lots of good information about getting ready for the SAT.

Study Skills Self Help Information
This website provides a bunch of information on time management, reading, and note taking skills. There are also tips on improving concentration and memory as well as strategies to increase academic and test performance.

About HomeWorkHelp
A web portal which connects you to a variety of study skills information as well as to homework help for your academic subjects.