Common Learning Problems & Solutions
STUDENT SAYS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS & STRATEGIES
I studied, but I didn't study what was on the test Identification of important, difficult, or unfamiliar material
  1. Regular class and study group attendance 
  2. Text clues/summaries & chapter questions 
  3. Visit professor 
I can't figure out what the professor/book is talking about. Comprehension- Apply methods to help understanding
  1. Preview/outline/question technique 
  2. Read text before class 
  3. Use SQ3(4)R/ other comprehension technique
I just can't remember what I read. Retention- Review, Review, Review
  1. Review notes for 10 minutes within 24 hrs. 
  2. Review again within 2 days 
  3. Weekly 1 hour review session
I know the information, but I can't think of it on the test. Retrieval of knowledge
  1. Predict test contents 
  2. Organized notes into meaningful groups 
  3. Multi-sensory study 
  4. Make reading & studying an active process
I know the information, but I can't write a good essay question or discuss it in class. Utilization of knowledge
  1. Predict questions & prepare answers 
  2. Prepare for class