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Study Tips

There are many things to learn besides the actual material in your courses.  College demands that you become efficient and skilled at note-taking, listening, communicating and studying.  This page will, hopefully, offer you tips to help you become a successful student and learn skills that will be useful to you in life beyond college.

Your First Block at Cornell

The Rest of Your First Year

How Much Time Should You Devote to Studying

Time Management: Block Plan Calendar to Fill In After You Get Your Syllabus

Reading a Textbook for True Understanding

How to Read Closely: Making Sense Out of Novels

Taking Notes During Class Discussions

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