Study Skills Inventory
For each question, choose True or False as it describes your current behavior. When you are finished, hit the "Get My Score" button to see where you stand.
I study in the same place on a regular basis.
I find myself trying to fit studying in wherever I have time.
When it comes to tests, I usually have a hard time knowing what to study.
I get my studying done before taking part in social activities.
I take breaks from studying when I find myself getting tired.
When reading a textbook, I highlight or underline to draw attention to important passages.
When I get to class, I try to find a seat in the front.
When I go to review my notes, I often find they are unorganized and not very helpful.
When I don't understand the textbook, I make a point to talk to a classmate or my professor as soon as possible.
I reward myself for a good performance on an exam.
When it comes to studying, I usually have a bad attitude before I even look at my book or notes.
After taking notes in class, I usually try to summarize the material to make it more relevant to me.
I'm usually so overwhlemed with the amount of reading that is assigned that I can't even get started.
I start working on big projects and papers as soon as they are assigned.
I don't usually look at my notes from a class until the next time I have that class.
I rarely get stressed out before an exam.
I have a hard time keeping my notes together and organized.
When it comes to deadlines, I often end up working late the night before to finish the assignement.
During an exam, I find myself getting stuck on difficult questions and running out of time.
When reading difficult material I often get so frustrated that I stop reading.