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Author:Cal Newport Publisher:Broadway Studio:Broadway Manufacturer:Broadway Label:Broadway Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published) Media: Paperback Number Of Items: 1 Pages: 224 Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2 Dimensions (in): 8 x 5.2 x 0.6
Extremely useful for the student. October 21, 2008 1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Prior reading this book, I was in desperate need to improve my study habits. I entered my junior year using the same techniques I used last year, which was extreme rote review, and the effort put into studying has never deserved the credit that I would expect from quizzes and tests. This book will help you find a great opening, a way to study less and learn more by using a different method. As I practiced and started learning the suggested tips, my grades increased and my stress reduced greatly. Time management and your study skills are two factors that this book highlights greatly, which plays a critical role in achieving well productivity. Not only has this book helped me with study techniques but also writing essays both critical analysis and research papers. You will be able to craft a paper using the suggested steps explained in great detail and it does make paper writing much easier. Instead of staring at a blank screen and trying to think what to write, the author guides you through a paper writing process starting with a well developed topic, then thesis, and crafting a topic outline that sets the stage to write. I use these steps to write my critical analysis papers and indeed they make life much easier and less stressful.
I regard this book as a great reference for students. Whenever stuck with a research paper, use this book to jumpstart your research paper and tackle the project early. Whenever in need for study techniques for both technical and nontechnical courses, use this book as a reference guide for really good suggestions to getting a better grade.
This book has changed the way I studied and has demystified the common mistakes that most students tend to make. When I picked up this book, life became much easier.
Sounds good theoretically, but that's about all. October 21, 2008 2 out of 3 found this review helpful
When I initially read this book, I thought about how great the techniques seemed in theory. However, in application it works like a disaster. I understand the point of NO rote memorization. But you'd be better off doing rote memorization or looking at the "How to ace your finals without studying" post on ScottHYoung.com or even better Learn More, Study Less as these can actually be applied.
Maybe these study habits worked for the author. But one thing that must be remembered, is that everyone learns differently. And simply because they worked for him doesn't mean they'll work for everyone.
Totally useless October 14, 2008 1 out of 6 found this review helpful
This book is completely useless. Among its advice is to never do the assigned reading before class rather you should wait until after the lecture. Well, what if the professor designs the lecture with the assumption that everyone has done the reading which is often the case. Also, it advises that one should not look for the conceptual ideas when taking notes in a science class but instead should copy everything down and record as much information as possible. Having earned a Chemistry degree with a 3.8 GPA I can say without question, this is absolute nonsense. A more appropriate title for this book would be "How to Earn Decent Grades Without Learning a Damn Thing".
Very Good Study Guide September 17, 2008 0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Its not perfect but is near ... 3 part first time managing with simple carring book system second how to take notes study and take test and third how research information to write papers and thesis ... short but effective ..recomended !! for any college student ...i will buy the other newport book How to Win at College: Surprising Secrets for Success from the Country's Top Students ...Thanks!! Newport
Most helpful college study guide September 11, 2008 1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've purchased 3 books on how to study better and do better in classes. Hands down this is the best. If you're looking at just buying a single book I'd choose this one. If you have the money though I'd recommend a few since some overlook important facts this and other books don't cover.
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