Analysis of two studies related to academic achievement (Atkinson, Lens, and O'Malley, 1976; Entwisle and Hayduk, 1978) and of the effective-schools literature provides a picture that helps us to understand why the ability of poor children is not reflected in their school performance and what schools might do to remedy this situation. The…

This experiment attempted to condition subject's answers to a questionnaire about study-related behaviors using verbal social reinforcement and to measure the extent to which this training affected rate of studying. For five of the six subjects, significant changes in study comments resulted. (Author)

A DOCTORAL STUDY OF THE OPINIONS OF 700 STUDENTS IN SIX CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES CONCERNING THE IDEAL STUDY ENVIRONMENT WAS REPLICATED BY THE STUDY SKILLS CENTER OF LOYOLA UNIVERSITY OF LOS ANGELES IN 1966-67 AS PART OF AN EVALUATION OF STUDENT STUDY HABITS AND ATTITUDES. IN THIS INTERIM REPORT, THE RESPONSES OF 109 NONRESIDENT AND 105…

This study explored the interaction of personality and physical environment in students' choices of study space in a university library. It was hypothesized that non-impulsive, introverted students would use small, enclosed study carrels; and that impulsive students would tend not to use study carrels. One hundred twenty students were rated for…

Eight major findings are the result of an exploratory investigation into how students evaluate residence-hall environments and how they behave in them. Students report their own time allocation, space usage, study patterns, and need fulfillment. References and appendices include a sample questionnaire and improvements on residence hall facilities…

In a problem-solving approach to study skills, the objective is to solve the problems and internalize the problem-solving attitude through oral languaging or problem-solving episodes. These episodes, or interactions, are the means by which students discover that "reading/learning/study" weaknesses can lend themselves to imaginative problem…

This article reports on the characteristics of students classified as being over or underachievers. The concepts of over and underachievement are most frequently defined in terms that relate to expectations based on ability measures. During the past 30 years there have been attempts to isolate the causal determinants of achievement. Variables such…

Two groups of junior high social studies students were provided a learning package covering typical content found in consumer education material. Groups differed as to whether they were allowed to schedule their own study efforts (self-pacing) during the 15-day unit. Results indicated students under the self-paced format mastered the material…

The literature on the three most commonly used study techniques was surveyed. Underlining and note taking, requiring active student involvement, were found to be the most effective techniques. (MA)

An alternative approach is presented: to start from students' existing studying. In a structured group setting students are given an opportunity to draw on and share their personal experiences through working on an actual study task. (Author/LBH)

Discussion of advances in technology and in cognitive models of learning focuses on computer activities that are intended to improve the effectiveness of study behavior. Specific cognitive processes contributing to successful study are outlined, and two categories of on-line study--electronic notebooks and on-line review--are described. (24…

The effect of teaching stress management techniques to elementary school children to enhance time-on-task behavior was studied. Results are discussed. (Author/DF)

Investigated ways students study texts, distinguishing between deep-level and surface-level approaches and extent to which approaches can be related to students' views on learning and quality of learning outcome. Found that higher quality learning outcome must be especially associated with deep-level approach and constructive learning conception.…

This booklet presents parents with 10 "easy and fun" tips for making homework as beneficial as possible for their children and to develop in their children a good attitude about homework. The 10 tips are: make your expectations clear; find the right spot; make time; monitor your child's progress; encourage good habits; support and be available;…