Emphasis is given throughout the teaching of social studies on the development of effective study skills. Effective study skills include, but may not be limited to the following techniques:

1. analyze present study habits and determine if any changes should be made.

2. recognize that attitude can affect performance in a subject.

3. determine who is responsible in a learning situation (e.g., teacher, student, parent).

4. design a system for organizing materials (folders, notebook, etc.).

5. determine the necessary materials required for class or homework and have these materials at the proper place at the proper time.

6. develop time management techniques:

a. design a system of organizing time and establish time-line (know assignments, organize priorities);

b. determine the best time and place for home study.

7. follow written and oral directions.

8. develop a procedure for study:

a. use various means of study while reading (outlining, paraphrasing, taking notes, summarizing);

b. read chapter summaries and questions before reading the chapter or unit;

c. read titles, subtitles, and captions for locating information;

d. adjust reading rate for type of material, level of difficulty, etc.;

e. recognize the significance of italic and boldface type;

f. identify key words and phrases;

g. develop a step by step study procedure (5W's H, SQ3R, webbing, self-questioning);

h. visualize and associate while studying;

i. read charts, graphs, and pictures for information;

j. skim-read to get specific information;

k. conclude study by reflecting, rereading, and/or reciting.

9. use basic reference tools to find needed information.

10. select and use the appropriate sections of a reference (book) for various purposes (i.e., table of contents, index, tables, bibliography, etc.).