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The Study Cycle is a structured approach to learning that includes previewing material, attending class, reviewing notes, studying in short intensive sessions, and regularly self-testing.

Previewing course material before class helps students develop a general understanding of what they will be learning and become familiar with important concepts.

Attending class and actively taking notes helps students stay engaged with course material.

Reviewing the textbook before class, after class, and while preparing for exams can help students fill in missing information and develop a stronger understanding of course material.

Developing questions about the material during active reading gives students a purpose for reading, increases curiosity, and encourages them to think more carefully about the information they encounter.

Paraphrasing involves explaining information from a reading in your own words. Pausing after each paragraph or section to restate the main idea can help students develop a deeper and more connected understanding of what they are reading.

One of the best ways to determine whether you understand something is to try to teach it to someone else like a friend, classmate, or study group.

Flashcards and concept maps can help students actively work with course material rather than simply rereading it.

Completing homework problems without immediately using a solution or study guide allows students to test what they actually understand.