"A.S.P.I.R.E."
A Study System Study is nothing else
but a possession of the mind
Thomas Hobbes, 1651 English | |
| A: Approach/attitude/arrange - Approach your studies with a positive attitude
- Arrange your schedule to eliminate distractions
S: Select/survey/study! - Select a reasonable chunk of material to study
- Survey the headings, graphics, pre- and post questions
to get an overview - Study marking any information you don’t understand
P: Put aside/piece together: - Put aside your books and notes
- Piece together what you've studied, either alone, with a study pal or group, and summarize what you understand.
I: Inspect/Investigate/inquire/: - Inspect what you did not understand.
- Investigate alternative sources of information you can refer to:
other text books, websites, experts, tutors, etc. - Inquire from support professionals (academic support, librarians, tutors, teachers, experts,) for assistance
R: Reconsider/reflect/relay - Reconsider the content:
If I could speak to the author, what questions would I ask or what criticism would I offer? - Reflect on the material:
How can I apply this material to what I am interested in? - Relay understanding:
How would I make this information interesting and understandable to other students?
E: Evaluate/examine/explore: - Evaluate your grades on tests and tasks
look for a pattern - Examine your process
toward improving it - Explore options
with a teacher, support professional, tutor, etc.
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