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1. You notice that your friend is having a tough day. What do you do?

1. I surprise them with a latte to cheer them up.
2. I send them an encouraging motivational text.
3. I invite them out to lunch to talk things over.
4. I give them space. They’ll open up when they’re ready!

2. What’s your favorite way to spend a Friday night after a long week?

1. Chilling at home doing something artsy or crafty.
2. Going out on the town with my best friends.
3. Working on my side hustle. The grind never stops!
4. Reading books or listening to podcasts to learn new things.

3. How big is your social circle?

1. It’s gigantic—I make new friends wherever I go!
2. Medium-sized. I’m social, but not super outgoing.
3. Not that big. I have 3-4 besties that I’m closest to.
4. Small! It’s pretty much just me and my best friend.

4. Finish this sentence: When I look in the mirror, I see _____

1. A kind person and an amazing friend.
2. Someone with big goals and a bright future.
3. Someone entirely unique and one-of-a-kind.
4. A resilient person who can meet any challenge.

5. When you’re working on a group project, what role do you usually take on?

1. I take the lead! I’ve got a lot of vision and enthusiasm.
2. I’m usually the researcher. I know how to find important info!
3. I’m the planner. I’m great at keeping people on track!
4. I’m the moral support! I bring snacks and cheer the team on.

6. How do you feel about change?

1. I absolutely hate it! I like to feel stable and secure.
2. I don’t like it. But I’m tough, so I can handle anything!
3. I’m fine with it. I’m pretty good at going with the flow!
4. I actually love it! I see it as a chance to learn and grow.

7. You’ve just made a mistake. What do you do?

1. I shake it off and keep going. Everyone makes mistakes!
2. I figure out exactly what went wrong, so it doesn’t happen again.
3. Honestly, I probably cry a little bit. I’m pretty hard on myself!
4. I talk it out with my friends! They’ll be able to cheer me up.

8. What motivates you?

1. My loved ones. I want to make them proud!
2. Curiosity! I love learning new things about the world.
3. Success. I won’t stop until I achieve my goals!
4. I’m not really sure! I’m still learning about myself.

9. If you were a celebrity, what would you be famous for?

1. Starting and running a billion-dollar company.
2. Inventing something that changes the world.
3. Being a politician who fights for a cause I believe in.
4. Being a super relatable social media influencer.

10. Which of these common mottos speaks to you the most?

1. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
2. Be the change you wish to see in the world.
3. Dreams don’t work unless you do.
4. Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.

11. A challenge comes up when you’re working on something. What do you do?

1. I pause and take a step back to figure out my next move.
2. I push through my original plan with determination.
3. I ask someone I trust for their advice and perspective.
4. I brainstorm outside-the-box ways to solve the problem.

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How to Answer “What’s Your Superpower” in an Interview

The question “what’s your superpower” comes up fairly often in job interviews, so it’s a good idea to brainstorm some sample responses. Even if you don’t get asked this specific question, you’ll definitely be asked about your positive qualities in some other way, and these tips can help you prepare for those questions, too!

• Reflect on your strengths. Take some time to think about your positive traits and the skills that come naturally to you. For example, maybe you’re a naturally caring and supportive person. Or, maybe you’re great at handling change or pushing through tough setbacks. Jot down your ideas to keep track of them.
• Choose a “superpower” based on your strengths. For example, if you realized that you’re a kind, compassionate person while brainstorming, maybe empathy is your superpower. Or, if you realized that you handle change super well, adaptability could be your superpower. Go with the adjective that speaks the most to you.
• Provide some context for your choice. When you get asked this question, the interviewer will want to hear a short explanation so they can learn more about you. Brainstorm some specific examples that showcase why this superpower fits you so well, and have them in your back pocket on the day of the interview.
  
  

Sample responses:

• “My superpower is definitely my creativity. I’m great at coming up with innovative solutions to challenges, and I’m constantly challenging myself to think outside the box and expand my perspective.”
• “I consider my communication skills to be my superpower. I understand the importance of being a good listener, and I care deeply about collaborating with others, so I can easily find common ground with just about anyone.”
• “I would say that my resilience is my superpower. When I’m met with tough circumstances, I never panic, and I never give up. I power through until I’ve achieved my goals, and I encourage my team members to persevere with me.”

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For more information about figuring out your superpower, check out these resources.

• https://hbr.org/2024/06/identify-and-develop-your-natural-strengths
• https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/starting-new-job/strengths-at-workplace
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How to Be Stylish

If shopping for new clothes and putting together stylish outfits always feels like a struggle, you’re definitely not alone. Being fashionable can feel so complicated sometimes, but it doesn’t have to be! There are actually some simple, basic steps you can take to transform your wardrobe and personal style so you look effortlessly stylish every day. Check out the tips we’ve put together below to learn how you can get started.

Steps

Wear clothes that flatter your body type.

1. When your clothes fit well, you'll instantly look put-together.^[1] The first thing to do to look effortlessly stylish is to make sure that you’re wearing clothes that you feel are good for your body type. Since effortless style is supposed to be subtle, you’ll need well fitting clothes in order to get the elegant, expensive, stylish look from your clothing. You may want garments that make you look thinner and the perfect height, with everything in proportion.^[2]
   

Stick to classic cuts.

1. Effortless style is mainly based around classic looks. Dressing for current trends just shows that you put way too much thought into that outfit and that you’ve been following fashion news like a broker watching stocks. Choose classic styles in classic cuts for a more effortless look that looks good for years.^[3]
   
   • This means women should beware of floor length casual dresses in favor of knee-length, for example, while men should shy away from skinny-legged suit trousers in favor of something more loose-fitting.
   • Trends should only take up about 20% of your wardrobe. Your primary investment should be buying the best quality you can afford.^[4]

Choose muted, neutral colors and bold accents.

1. Neutral colors pretty much never go out of style.^[5] What colors are popular and what colors are considered absolutely hideous is very dependent on time and place. Just look at your mom’s clothes from the 1970s, for example. In order to look effortlessly stylish, you’re going to want a more timeless look, which means sticking to more muted and neutral colors. This can, however, be broken up with bold accent colors, especially on accessories.^[6]
   
   • Muted colors include tan, black, white, denim/navy blue, and gray.
   • Good accent colors include most shades of red, many shades of blue, plum/eggplant purple, golden yellow (like rubber ducks or tulips), and emerald green.
   • Be careful of certain colors. Be wary of other greens and yellows, and generally avoid oranges, as these colors are very prone to going in and out of fashion, but, if you think they are stylish, go for it.

Avoid busy prints and textures.

1. Busy prints and textures can quickly make an outfit look dated and unstylish. Trends like fuzzy/fluffy/feathered fabric tend to be in fashion only for a season or a year at most. Next year it will be another pattern, so why bother? Look effortlessly stylish by keeping your clothes in style across decades, not months.
   

Buy strategically.

1. To look really stylish, you want your clothes to look expensive. You can make cheap clothes look expensive but investing in some actually expensive items might be a good idea.^[7] A few choice pieces of hard-to-fake luxury items, such as a nice sweater or wool coat, can really take your wardrobe up a notch.^[8] Having a limited number of nicer items is preferable to having a large number of very cheap-looking items.^[9]
   

Create an interchangeable collection.

1. A mix-and-match wardrobe gives you plenty of outfit options. If you really want to put the effortless into effortless style, you’ll want a wardrobe where nearly all of the pieces match with each other. This will let you get dressed based on comfort, style preference, or weather conditions, instead of being limited by color or style combinations.
   
   • Use a single clothing style (vintage, modern, etc.) and the use a single color palette (this should be helped if you followed our advice to use muted colors with limited bold accents).

Take care of your clothes.

1. Looking stylish means having clothes that look well maintained.^[10] No stains, no holes, no loose threads, no wrinkles. If you want your clothes to look maintained, then the best way to do that is to maintain them! Keep your clothes clean, fold and store them correctly, and do other basic maintenance as the needs arise (e.g. sewing minor holes).
   

Get items tailored.

1. Part of the reason models and famous people look so stylish is because their clothes fit their bodies perfectly. How do you get clothes to fit perfectly? Get them tailored, of course! Find a reliable tailor in your area to alter your clothes so that they are perfect for your body. Even some department stores will do this for you.
   
   • It’s not as expensive as it sounds. Tailoring a shirt often costs as little as $10-20, pants around $30-40.
   • It may seem like a silly added expense, but having clothes tailored once and keeping them maintained will help you look amazing for the next ten years. It’s a worthy investment.

Keep it simple

1. Effortless style is all about looking like you put in no effort. Use a limited number of clothing and accessory pieces. This is especially important when it comes to accessories.^[11]
   
   • For example, don’t wear a scarf and bangles and big earrings and a hat. Try to limit yourself to two noticeable/accent accessories.

Choose an outfit appropriate for the occasion.

1. You'll look like you fit right in when you dress for the occasion. Over-dressing is a sure sign that you put way too much thought and effort into how you’re dressed. Don’t wear a fancy dress for grocery shopping, and don’t wear a long gown when a cocktail dress will do, for example.
   

Emphasize the accessories.

1. Accessories add personality and visual interest to spice up an outfit.^[12] Since your clothes themselves should generally be in muted, neutral colors, you’ll want to make your accessories your accent pieces. These should draw attention and look extra cool. It is easier to have accessories that conform to the latest fashions and trends, so don’t worry about that as much (in this area, it’s usually okay).^[13]
   
   • For example, you could pair a floppy hat and patterned fashion scarf with a brown jacket, blue tee, white skinny jeans, and brown boots.
   • Another example would be to wear a black dress and pair it with red earrings and a bracelet.
   • Just make sure you keep your color palette across the whole outfit. Accent accessories colors should generally be the same or compliment each other.

Don’t neglect the hair.

1. You’ll want your hair to be stylish too. Keep it in a simple style or carefully created “tousled” look, but make sure that you are in fact creating the look. Your hair should look nice, even if it doesn’t look like you spent an hour getting it just right.
   
   • Avoid products to achieve a more natural look associated with effortless style. This means no gel or hairspray!
   • It is best to consider updating your hairstyle annually. The hairstyle change can be as simple as switching up the part to something more drastic, like completely changing the hair color or haircut. ^[14]

Use minimal makeup.

1. For timeless style, try a toned-down makeup look. Go for natural-looking colors so you don't distract from the fabulous outfit you put together. You want to, of course, emphasize your best features.
   
   • Lips are an area of exception, as these can be a great way to add a little extra bang to an outfit by introducing bright colors, like a classic red.
   • If loud makeup's more your style, go for it! Being stylish is all about showing off your personality and individuality.

Keep lines and texture to a minimum.

1. Mixing patterns well is incredibly difficult. Throwing the wrong patterns together can make you look more chaotic and less elegant. It’s okay to have one item in your outfit have a pattern or texture, but keep it limited to one.
   

Go for clean silhouettes and minimal bulk.

1. Keep layers to a minimum and avoid chunky items or other items that add a lot of bulk. These will make you appear chubbier and less streamlined and stylish. Oversized sweaters have a time and place, but tend to go in and out of fashion to a certain extent, so be careful.
   

Add your favorite fragrance.

1. While it may not be visually apparent, scent can go a long way towards developing how people perceive you. Smell nice by keeping yourself and your clothes clean, but also consider adding a perfume or cologne to your fashion line-up. Avoid young scents like fruity smells in favor of something more mature for a really classy touch.
   

Have a signature style.

1. Keep your clothes in a theme in order give yourself a signature style. This is a look that people will associate with you and will make you seem more stylish, even if they don’t necessarily like your clothes.^[15]
   

Fit your look to you.

1. The style you create for yourself should match who you are as a person.^[16] For example, a really sweet woman taking on a catty look will seem weird and out of place, the same as a serious businessman dressing in gangsta style. Tailor your clothes to fit your personality and people will be much more inclined to see it as your style.
   

Be confident.

1. If you act confident, you can rock any outfit. Do you ever feel like some models could wear a brown paper sack and still walk down a runway looking like the height of fashion? Do you know a guy who wears a tracksuit and still somehow manages to look totally fashionable? What the fashion industry doesn’t want you to know is that a lot of looking stylish really comes down to projecting confidence. You don’t have to actually be confident, of course, but if you walk down the street in clothes that you clearly think you look great in, people will usually be inclined to agree that (at a minimum) those clothes are perfect for you.
   
   • Act like you don’t care - or, actually don't care. The effortless part of the stylish look should of course be presented by giving off an air that you don’t care, or that you just threw on the first outfit you could find. Be humble or indifferent when people compliment your clothes.

Walk gracefully.

1. In order to look stylish, you’re also going to want to look elegant and coordinated. This means not falling down if you’re wearing heels. Being graceful should be easier for guys, but is still important so don’t neglect it.
   

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• Never let the clothes wear you. Your personality is what should shine through, not the personality of your clothes!
• Read the fashion section of a variety of magazines, such as Cosmopolitan and Glamour for the gals, and GQ for the guys. Collect tips; pay attention to what you like and dislike.
• When you feel you need to update your wardrobe a little, look through your closet and try to find a way to wear something you already have differently instead of immediately going shopping.
• Make with what you have; mix and match old clothes, or redesign and old pair of jeans
• Remember, following trends does not always make you stylish. True style depends on picking and choosing - You should wear what you think flatters you and suits your personality.
• When you use necklaces and/or accessories, use them in colors that are in or go with your outfit!
• You don't have to have clothes from all the newest or hottest designers. Look for the more simple pieces from lower end stores, like simple t-shirts and blouses, and then dress them up with the sometimes pricier accessories and/or jackets.
• Checking out thrift stores is a must. Especially in wealthy areas, thrift stores can be really handy.
• Don't just go to Hollister and Abercrombie, because everyone else does. they are not the most original, and therefore do not always look stylish.
• Run to the bargain bin! You'll be surprised at what you'll find. Just because they're cheaper, does not necessarily mean they're not stylish. Also check out consignment stores and garage sales. You can find many cute, unique things for a fraction of their original price.
• Sometimes you can find a great deal at a thrift shop or a consignment shop. Don't think that expensive clothes are the way to go if you want to be stylish.
• If you don't feel comfortable wearing something, don't. Don't think you have to fit in and wear something that everyone else is, especially if you don't like how it feels on you or what message it sends. Dress so you feel comfortable and confident.
• Don't be frightened to wear knee length skirts or tops that have a higher neckline, men find women that cover up a bit more mysterious.
• Some girls may not want to show their bare legs. This is fine as you can go for skin colour tights to give the illusion that your legs are bare. Try to get them as close to your natural skin tone as possible.

Warnings

• Don't choose clothes just because other people like them. Have your own style, live the way you want to.
• Don't go out too exposed, wear some clothes! Going out in a low cut tube top and booty shorts is not stylish.
• Don't be trashy, if you would rather die than let your parents see what you're wearing, then don't wear it!

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• Be Stylish While Being Casual

References

Quick Summary

1. ↑ [v161874_b01]. 9 August 2021.
2. ↑ https://www.scienceofpeople.com/fashion-psychology/
3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edUIdpUVdps
4. ↑ [v161874_b01]. 9 August 2021.
5. ↑ [v161874_b01]. 9 August 2021.
6. ↑ [v161446_b01]. 12 June 2020
7. ↑ [v161874_b01]. 9 August 2021.
8. ↑ [v161446_b01]. 12 June 2020
9. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2VNoDu2BDc
10. ↑ [v161874_b01]. 9 August 2021.
11. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=klKVm1FALhs&t=22s
12. ↑ [v161874_b01]. 9 August 2021.
13. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wl_ZpTX5QBo
14. ↑ [v161874_b01]. 9 August 2021.
15. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jenfPeWb5Q4
16. ↑ [v161446_b01]. 12 June 2020

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How to Take Notes from a Textbook

Your textbook probably has everything you need to know for school, but how can you take effective notes straight from the page? With a little guidance, you'll learn to pull together top-notch notes and master any textbook's material. Below, we're covering study hacks, memorization tips, and so much more. So if you're ready to take notes like a pro, read through our guide below.

Steps

Taking Notes

1. Be selective but thorough. You should not write down every piece of information in the book. Nor should you write down one fact per page, or you might end up wasting precious time, since you will need to read through your notes to find valuable information.^[1] Finding the right balance of writing enough but not too much can be a challenge, but it is the key to taking effective notes. Using the strategy of reading a paragraph and then summarizing it can help you target the right amount of information.
   
   • Depending on the subject and the level of the textbook, writing 1-2 sentences of summary per paragraph may be the right ratio of information to note-taking.
2. Paraphrase information from the text. You should write your notes in your own words. Paraphrasing information usually shows that you genuinely understood what you read (it’s difficult to put something into your own words if you don’t know what it means). It will likely be more meaningful to you later when you are reviewing your notes if you have written them in your own words.^[2]
   
3. Use a format that works for you. Your notes may take on the form of a bulleted list of information. You might draw yourself a timeline of events so that you can see the order that things happened and not just a list of events. You may draw a kind of flow chart to emphasize a sequence. Or you might do a more traditional outline with big ideas at one level and then supporting ideas indented underneath. Ultimately, the notes are your study aid, so it’s best to write them in a way that makes sense to you.
   
   • Developing a system that works for you is extremely important. Do your best to become self aware and to figure out what system works best for your learning style.^[3]
4. Add visual elements if it helps you. Visual learners are often helped by visual representations in their own notes. You might want to jot down a brief copy of a graph instead of writing information about it. You may want to draw a simple comic strip to show a specific event or interaction between people. Don’t let adding visual elements distract you from the task at hand—understanding and taking notes on the text—but add visuals if it will help you synthesize or remember the material more effectively.^[4]
   
5. Organize your notes in a meaningful way. Depending on the subject, you may want to organize your notes in a particular way. History notes may be most logically taken in chronological order (or even in the format of a timeline). Science notes, however, may need to be taken in a particular sequence that shows mastery of one concept before moving on to the next.^[5]
   
   • If in doubt about how to organize your notes, go with the textbook’s organization. If information is written in a certain order in the textbook, and there is usually a reason for it.
   • It's also a good idea to separate your notes in different folders for each class, so they don't get mixed up and you don't confuse subjects.^[6]

Previewing Chapters

1. Know your assigned reading. Check any syllabus, calendar, or notes from class that direct you to read a section or sections from your textbook. Ideally, you should give yourself at least 5 minutes per page of assigned textbook reading.^[7] If you are a slower reader, you may need to give yourself additional time to read.
   
2. Read over chapter headings and subheadings. Before you begin reading or taking notes, preview the chapter. Most textbooks are broken into more easily-digestible sections that are often topped with headings. Previewing the chapter and looking at the headings and subheadings from beginning to end can give you a sense of the length and trajectory of the chapter. You may also cue into keywords as you are reading if you have seen them in bolded subheadings later in the chapter.^[8]
   
   • Also look for any words that are presented in bold. These are often key concepts or vocabulary words that are defined within the chapter or in the glossary.
   • If there are not headings or subheadings in your textbook, read the first sentence of each paragraph.
3. Look over supplemental charts, graphs, or informational charts. Many students ignore or skip over information in boxes or charts within the chapter. This is a bad plan, however; that information is often key to understanding or reviewing the chapter’s main concepts. Looking at the supplemental material (and reading the captions below pictures or charts) can help you focus on key information while you read.^[9]
   
4. Read “review questions” at the end of the chapter or section. Review questions are given to ensure that students have taken away “big picture” or essential concepts from a selection of text. Reading these review questions ahead of time can help focus your attention to the most important aspects of a chapter.
   

Reading for Understanding

1. Avoid distractions. Reading actively without any background noise or diversions can make it easier to focus and retain the information you learn. It is especially important to be free of distractions if you are learning new material or reading about complex ideas. Find an area that is quiet and comfortable, and settle in to read and learn.
   
2. Divide your assigned text into manageable sections. If you have to read a 30-page chapter, you should try to break that chapter up into smaller focus sections. The length of the sections may depend on your attention span. Some people recommend breaking reading into 10-page chunks, but if you have difficulty focusing on and digesting large portions of text, you might want to limit your sections to 5-pages. The chapter itself may also be divided into more manageable sections.^[10]
   
3. Read actively. It can be easy to passively read something that you find complex or uninteresting. Passive reading occurs when your eyes are looking at each word, but you don’t retain any information or think about what you read. To read actively, try to think while you’re reading. This means that you should be trying to summarize ideas, connect ideas to other concepts that you’re familiar with, or ask questions to yourself or the text while you read.^[11]
   
   • To read actively, do not try to take notes or highlight anything the first time you read through a section of text; instead, just focus on reading to understand.
4. Use tools to aid your understanding. Be sure that you understand the text as you are reading it. You may need to use a dictionary or the textbook’s glossary or index to define unfamiliar words.
   
   • When you get to the note-taking stage, write down new key words that are important to the chapter along with the page number where you found that term and definition. That way you can refer back to the textbook easily if you need to.
5. Summarize main points as you go. After reading through each section of text (whether it is a section you divided yourself or a division made by the textbook), think about the main points. Try to summarize the section and identify the one to three most important details of the section.^[12]
   
6. Do not skim over supplemental material. Hopefully you looked at supplemental materials such as pictures, charts, and graphs when you previewed the chapter. If you did not, be sure that you read them as you progress through reading the section. Viewing these details in context will help you synthesize the information.
   
   • These types of supplements may be of particular benefit to students who tend to be visual learners. When trying to recall information, you may be able to conjure the way a graph or chart looked more easily than a piece of factual information.

Tying Textbook Notes to Classroom Learning

1. Pay attention to class lectures. Teachers will often specify which chapters or sections of a textbook will be most relevant for an upcoming test. Knowing this information before you read the textbook can save you time and energy, and allow you to focus on what’s most important to know.^[13]
   
   • Write down whatever your instructor writes on the board. These pieces of information are most likely to be relevant for future discussions and upcoming assignments or tests.
   • Ask your instructor if he or she would allow you to use a personal recording device to record the lecture and listen to it at home. Anything that you missed while taking notes in class will be heard on the recording, and you can add that information to your notes after class.
2. Learn to shorthand. It may be difficult to write notes as quickly as the instructor is speaking. Learning to write shorthand is a great way to ensure that the notes you take in class cover everything the instructor expects you to know.
   
   • Write down major names, places, dates, events, and concepts. If you cover these topics in your notes, it will likely be much easier to remember the specifics surrounding those people or places when you go back to the textbook.
   • Follow major topics with brief context clues. These can be a few words or even a short sentence, but having some type of brief notes will help you make sense of the names or dates you’ve written down during the lecture.
3. Review your notes from class. Now that you have notes from the in-class lecture, you’ll want to review those notes to begin learning the important topics covered in class.
   
   • Try to read over your notes shortly after class has ended. Reviewing your notes immediately after class is over will most likely help you retain that information for a longer period of time.
4. Combine class notes with textbook notes. If you have notes from class and from your textbook, combine and compare them. You should identify anything that was emphasized by both the textbook and your instructor; this is likely to be a very important concept.
   

Using Your Notes

1. Study your notes. Think of your notes as a study guide for your course exams. The act of writing might help you remember certain things, but you probably won’t remember everything in the textbook if you’re not studying the notes you’ve taken. Going back to review the notes can help you remember key concepts and specific terms, even months after you covered the information.^[14]
   
2. Share your notes. If you work with other students in your class, you may want to exchange and share notes. This can be a helpful strategy, as different students may focus or emphasize different concepts. Additionally, if you have a friend or classmate who missed class or didn’t understand a concept, you can share your notes to help her.
   
3. Make flash cards. If you have an impending exam, you can convert your notes into flashcards. These can make it easier to learn and memorize names, dates, and definitions. Additionally, you can use these flashcards to collaborate and study with another student or in a study group, which improves test performance.^[15]
   

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• Use bullet points. Don't feel that you must write in full sentences, just write down the key information. This will help when it comes to looking over your notes and studying, as you won't be overwhelmed by text.
• Write dates and headings on your notes to keep yourself organized. You may also want to number the pages of your notes if they are not bound together or if you plan to remove them from a notebook.
• Budget your time. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by everything you need to learn, but if you take good notes and manage your time well, it will feel much more manageable.
• Learn what study habits work best for you. Whether you’re a morning person or a night owl, sticking to a consistent schedule when you read, take notes, and review your notes will help you stay on track with your studies.
• Keep your mind alert. Relax, stretch, and take small breaks.
• Create one or two bullet point summaries per paragraph; then use those summaries to create an overall section summary.
• If you don't understand what the text means, ask a teacher and reword the text so you can understand it.
• If allowed, use color. Your brain is attracted to color and this would help memorize the chapters you have to go over in the textbook.

References

Quick Summary

1. ↑ [v161674_b01]. 23 February 2021.
2. ↑ https://www.student.unsw.edu.au/notemaking-written-text
3. ↑ [v161674_b01]. 23 February 2021.
4. ↑ https://learningcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/taking-notes-while-reading/
5. ↑ https://learningcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/taking-notes-while-reading/
6. ↑ [v161674_b01]. 23 February 2021.
7. ↑ https://www.cornellcollege.edu/student-success-center/academic-support/study-tips/reading-textbooks.shtml
8. ↑ https://learningcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/reading-textbooks-effectively/
9. ↑ https://learningcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/reading-textbooks-effectively/
10. ↑ https://www.cornellcollege.edu/student-success-center/academic-support/study-tips/reading-textbooks.shtml
11. ↑ https://mcgraw.princeton.edu/undergraduates/resources/resource-library/active-reading-of-textbooks
12. ↑ https://learningcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/reading-textbooks-effectively/
13. ↑ https://students.dartmouth.edu/academic-skills/learning-resources/listening-participation/notetaking
14. ↑ https://learningcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/studying-101-study-smarter-not-harder/
15. ↑ https://usm.maine.edu/agile/using-flashcards

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