Study Environment

To help yourself study effectively, you should create an environment that is clean, comfortable and inviting.

Pay careful attention to:

• Lighting: ensure plenty of light. Lighting should be bright, well-distributed and free from glare. Indirect lighting is best.
• Air: provide good ventilation and avoid stale air.
• Quiet: work in a quiet place where there is no noise and no distractions. If this is not possible, try to adjust to moderate levels of noise.
• Space: you should work in a regular place with your books and materials close by. You can also work in your library.

Study while sitting at a desk or table with plenty of room for books and papers.

Make sure your feet are on the floor with your knees at right angles. A good adjustable office chair is recommended.

Develop regular study habits. Try to study a subject in the same place and at the same time. You'll develop habits which will make it easier for you to concentrate, and others will be aware of your routine.

Let those with whom you share your house know that you need time, space and freedom from distraction so that you can concentrate on your work.

ORGANISE YOURSELF:

You need to organise yourself so that you take breaks, do some exercise, and are not interrupted.

WHEN YOUR RESEARCH IS COMPLETED:

• Make a list of ideas.
• Plan and set goals and tasks.
• Prioritise - decide on the order of tasks.
• Attend to one task at a time.

SEARCH THE CATALOGUE

The Online catalogue is available via the LLC website. To find LLC resources on study use these key terms:

• Study, method
• Study environment
• Study skills

If you need extra help, ask a librarian! You can do this in person, over the phone (9279 2428), or send email to LLC.