the pqrst study method 
the pqrst study method. this five step process helps you synthesize reading materials and prepare for test. this is good to do with a study partner or group, but you can do it on your own. begin this process several days before the exam.

1.) preview. look over the course syllabus, your written notes, and headings and sub headings of assigned reading. this provides and over view of the content and concept you will be studying.

2) questions develops a list of questions, including those

• created from the headings
• from your written notes
• discussed in class
• provided at the end of chapters
• given on study guide
• that you have about the topic

for example, if a major heading or subheading is phase of the moon'' then ask yourself, what are the phrases of the moon?
3) read: read the assigned reading and your written notes, and look for answers to your study questions. headings and subheadings should help you guide your search. keep an eye out for other information to add to your list questions. reflect on what you read, and connect new material to what you already know.

4)state: in your own words, say aloud and/or write down the answers to your questions. use mnemonic devices, concept, diagrams, analogies, and/or other study strategies to aid your memory and understanding in this process. a list of study strategies is provided on handout 3.10.3, which you will be receiving shortly.

5. test: answer your study questions without looking at your notes or reading, and then check to see if your answers were correct and complete. your brain needs to absorb and apply new information, so test and re-test over several study sessions.

                   7 tips for test taking

try the following 7 test taking tips on your next quiz or test.

1.skim over the test and estimate the amount of time you will spend on each section.

2. read the directions carefully. what are you being asked to?

3.for multiple choice questions, read each answer choice before marking your answer.

4.if you are not sure of the answer, read the choices again. if you are still not sure, move on to the next question. after answering the questions you are sure of, go back to any you skipped.

5.eliminate the answer choice that you know are wrong.

7. for your essay question, first jot down the main points you want to make, and use these as an outline for your essay. afterwards, read it through. does your answer make sense, and is it reasonably complete?