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Study Skills Handouts

The following handouts will provide you with tips for exam preparation, note-taking, and study techniques. In addition, hard copy handouts are available in the University Learning Center office.

Exams

• Common Words in Essay Exams (PDF)
• Educated Guessing Strategies (PDF)
• Essay Exams: Terms and Tips (PDF)
• Matching and Short Answer Tips (PDF)
• Multiple Choice Tips (PDF)
• True/False Tips (PDF)

Notes

• Abbreviations for Note-Taking (PDF)
• Note Cards (PDF)
• SQ5R Note-Taking Method (PDF)

Study Techniques

• Highlighting and Marking Texts (PDF)
• Mnemonic Devices (PDF)
• Stress Management (PDF)
• Time Management (PDF)
• Visual Study Tools (PDF)