As the beginning of the school year approaches, habits of studying dwell and habits of procrastination grow. Developing consistent study habits can help you perform better and keep up with your workload.

Quiet Study Space
Finding a comfortable, distraction-free study space can help you to focus and relax. If you can’t find a quiet space at home, experiment with libraries or cafes. Some local cafes to visit include Flying Squirrel, MaryLou’s and Hearth Cafe.

Take Quality Notes
Keep your brain engaged during class and take notes you can refer to later. Write solid, legible notes that catch all the important information. Don’t hesitate to ask for help. Teachers offer resources, clarify confusing topics and provide you with constructive feedback.

Stay Organized
Create to-do lists and adhere to a study plan. Keeping school supplies and notebooks organized allows information to be easily accessible and manageable.

Minimize Distractions
Try switching your phone to silent mode to improve your concentration. If you have something on your mind while studying, write it down for later so you don’t forget. Don’t forget to give yourself a break during study sessions. Taking short breaks can help to keep you focused and productive.

Quiz Yourself
Challenge yourself to practice problems and test your knowledge. Quizizz and Blooket are two online resources you can use to help.

Study Buddy
Studying with a friend or group holds you accountable and motivates you. In a study group with like-minded people, you can relate to each other and assist each other on different topics. Also, friends can make studying less dull.

Set Goals
Keep track of your improvement over time by setting realistic goals. Monitor your progress and reward your successes!

Watch Videos
Thousands of free educational videos exist on the internet. These videos can be sped up, so you can watch a lot in a short time. Also, videos process easier in our brains than words, helping with memorization.