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One way to hone your study skills is to recognize that we all have different learning styles and that it helps to know what kind of learner you are.

Learning styles are classifications that are used to identify the different ways in which people learn. Learning takes place through our individual perceptions of reality and the way in which were process information and experiences. Some individuals feel their way through new information or situations, while others think their way through. Therefore, perceptions of reality tend to be either more emotionally centered or more analytically based. When processing new information or experiences, some people watch and absorb while others act and do.

When the two different ways of percieving are combined with the two different ways of processing, four distinct learning styles emerge.(1). Interactive Learner (2). Reader/Listener Learner(3).

Systematic Learner (4).Intuitive Learner

Mind-mapping is a fun and creative way to take notes or solve a problem. Write the main topic or problem in the center of a piece of paper. Jot down key words or ideas that come to mind and connect them to the main topic. Then, using the key words or ideas, create sub connections to other thoughts or information. Use color or symbols to highlight important information.

Mnemonics can be acronyms, songs, rhymes, sentences or any other device that helps you to recall information.Using the first letters in a series of words creates acronyms. For example, try remembering the functions of the skin-sensation, heat regulation, absorption, protection, excretion, and secretion-through the word SHAPES. This is a particularly good acronym because skin also gives shape to the body.

You can organize new information for both short-term and long-term memory use.

To enhance your short-term memory, try categorizing the information into smaller segments.For example: The skin consists of three divisions. (1). Epidermis (2). Dermis (3).

Adipose TissueContained within these divisions are eight layers of skin structures. Rather than trying to remember all eight layers, use the three categories of the skin divisions to break the information down into three sections.Five of the eight layers start with the word stratum, which are found in the epidermis.(1). Corneum (2).

Lucidum (3). Granulosum (4). Spinosum (5). Germinativum To promote better long-term memory, try to associate new information with prior knowledge through word association techniques.For example, based on what you know about the epidermis, we will use word association techniques to remember the names and characteristics of one of the five layers:Outermost layer: stratum corneum-aka. horny layer; continually being shed; corn rhymes with horn.

Repetition improves your short-term memory. Whether you repeat information in your head, say it out loud, or write it down, repetition helps your short-term memory secure a firmer grasp on that information, making it easier to retrieve when needed.

An important part of developing effective study habits is knowing when, where, and how to study.

(1). Estimate how many hours of study you need.(2). Plan you study time around the times of day when you are most energetic and motivated.(3). Use "down" times, like riding on the bus, to study.

(1). Select a quiet location where you will not be disturbed or interrupted.(2). Study sitting in a chair or standing instead of lying down.

(3). Maintain a routine by studying in the same place whenever possible.

(1). Stay focused on your reason for studying by keeping your goals in mind.

(2). Resist distractions during study time.(3). Be persistent, disciplined, and determined.

(4). Think about tackling the tougher chapters or topics first.(5). Pace yourself with breaks, healthy snacks, and physical movement.