Study Skills
In addition to many study spaces available to students around campus, there are on-campus and off-campus resources to help you achieve your academic goals.
Counseling Center
Online academic and study strategy resources including info about the study cycle and study groups.
Presentations
A resource that students can schedule to aid with their online presentations.
Peer Institution Websites:
Resources from UMD peer institutions offer valuable information. While most of the information can be used by any student regardless of where they are enrolled, note that some links may provide contact information/resources that are available only to that particular institution. Special thanks to our peer institutions.
How to Study (videos)
A series of videos that covers the 10 principles of effective studying
(Samford University)
Memory tricks
Memorization strategies, reading comprehension tips, reading effectively/ skimming, and more
(University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)
Long-term memory (video)
Learn principles for storing information in long-term memory effectively. 11 minutes.
(Ohio State University)
Short-term memory (video)
Learn how to combine information into chunks and use mnemonics to enhance memory. 10 minutes.
(Ohio State University)
Active Reading
Developing active reading skills + practice activities
(Princeton)
Note-taking Tips
Tips about lecture note-taking, effective listening, short-hand note-taking tips
(Penn State)
Note-taking 101
Note-taking strategies, 10 great ways to use your notes, myths, and overcoming note-taking obstacles during lectures. Note that some resources listed are specific to Oregon State University.
Pomodoro Technique
A time management technique that encourages focused work in 25 minute intervals with 5 minute breaks in between each.