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Anya
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What are good study habits to learn before going to college?
Especially for accounting and mathematics majors? #Fall25
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Teklemuz Ayenew Tesfay
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Starting college is an exciting journey that calls for new study habits. Dive into your learning with curiosity by asking questions, creating examples, or explaining topics aloud. Focus on truly understanding concepts instead of just memorizing them. Practice regularly by doing exercises, completing assignments, and working through past exam questions. If something is unclear, reach out to your professors or teaching assistants for help. Joining study groups or having discussions with classmates can also offer fresh insights and strengthen your understanding.
Good time management is key to balancing your studies. Create a flexible schedule with focused study times, short breaks, and moments for reflection. Choose a quiet place to study where you won't be distracted by phones or noise. Being mindful and present while studying can boost your focus and reduce stress. Try techniques like the Pomodoro method, active recall, or short meditation breaks to help you learn better. For subjects like accounting and math, break down complex problems into smaller steps, explore different methods, and learn from mistakes. Use tools like concept maps or study journals to keep your learning organized. Remember, learning is a continuous journey that sharpens your thinking, builds confidence, and sets you up for success in college.
Good time management is key to balancing your studies. Create a flexible schedule with focused study times, short breaks, and moments for reflection. Choose a quiet place to study where you won't be distracted by phones or noise. Being mindful and present while studying can boost your focus and reduce stress. Try techniques like the Pomodoro method, active recall, or short meditation breaks to help you learn better. For subjects like accounting and math, break down complex problems into smaller steps, explore different methods, and learn from mistakes. Use tools like concept maps or study journals to keep your learning organized. Remember, learning is a continuous journey that sharpens your thinking, builds confidence, and sets you up for success in college.
Wong Loke Yuen
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Hi Anya. One of the best habits is establishing a consistent study schedule. In college, no one reminds you to do your homework or review for tests, so it helps to set specific times each day to study.
Another helpful habit is taking clear, organized notes. For accounting and math, this is especially important because lessons build on each other. Practice using a note-taking method that works for you, such as using headings, bullet points, colors, or dividing your page into sections. When working through math steps or accounting examples, write everything neatly and explain to yourself what each step means. Reviewing your notes soon after class or study sessions also helps you remember the material better.
Because accounting and mathematics rely heavily on problem-solving, it’s also important to build the habit of working through problems slowly and carefully. Don't just try to memorize formulas or steps. Instead, you need to understand why a method works. When you practice problems, show all your steps clearly. If you get something wrong, don't get discouraged, you can go back, figure out what happened, and try again. This habit of correcting your mistakes helps you learn more deeply and makes you more confident over time.
All the best!
Another helpful habit is taking clear, organized notes. For accounting and math, this is especially important because lessons build on each other. Practice using a note-taking method that works for you, such as using headings, bullet points, colors, or dividing your page into sections. When working through math steps or accounting examples, write everything neatly and explain to yourself what each step means. Reviewing your notes soon after class or study sessions also helps you remember the material better.
Because accounting and mathematics rely heavily on problem-solving, it’s also important to build the habit of working through problems slowly and carefully. Don't just try to memorize formulas or steps. Instead, you need to understand why a method works. When you practice problems, show all your steps clearly. If you get something wrong, don't get discouraged, you can go back, figure out what happened, and try again. This habit of correcting your mistakes helps you learn more deeply and makes you more confident over time.
All the best!