Study Effectively – Module 4

Sometimes, I don’t think we as students realize how many resources there are offered for free that can help us to succeed. For instance, schools offer office hours, writing centers, tutoring services and other means however most of us do not use them. In this module I’ve discovered multiple websites and programs that can help me become a more productive student.

One thing from this module that really caught my attention were MindMaps. This tool is so simple yet extremely effective. It is perfect when trying to organize ideas and see how they may interconnect with one another. This is very helpful when trying to lay out thoughts about topics, presentations, paper or any other projects. According to slide 18, effective study tools can demonstrate relations between concepts, and being able to have a visualization using mind maps of how things will relate with one another is truly helpful.

Many students only study by reading their textbooks and notes. Although this is one means of reviewing, sometimes it is simply not very productive. For some, it is boring and feels like a chore. I would tell students to discover a fun and interactive way to study. Mind maps are one of the many options available. Trying to teach and explain concepts to another person could also be an exciting way. We should try not see studying as a chore but as a fun activity.

 

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