5 tips for successful study groups
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5 Tips forSuccessful Study Groups U N I M E L B A C A D E M I C S K I L L S
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1Arrange a regularmeeting time beforeor after the lecture ortutorial when it iseasier for everyone toget together.
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2Select a place thatencourages workrather thansocialisation.
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3Make sure you have aspecific task in mind whenyou meet. For example,questions about the lastlecture or tutorial session,a critique of readings,brainstorming anddiscussing essay questions,practising exam questions,or completing tutorialassignments.
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4Use active learning tasksso you are workingtogether on DOINGsomething with thestudy material, not justre-reading it. Forexample, summarise areading to your studygroup.
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5Help each other withboth motivation andcontent then rewardyour hard work withsome extra socialactivities (e.g. going outfor pizza together whenthe days tasks aredone).
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