In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You should have a textbook for each course, and your instructor could also assign other books or articles for you to read. Don't skim the texts or read a summary. Good study habits require that you read all of the assigned texts.  If you can, highlight the important parts of the texts. Research anything you don't understand, and look up confusing vocabulary. Make yourself a flashcard on the spot so that you'll have it for later. and review notes, filling in gaps with your own research. During class and as you read the course materials, write down the key points and topics you want to further research later. When you get home from school, it's a good idea to go through your notes from the day and try to fill in any gaps where you missed items or didn't quite understand. As you study for your exams, look up any information that isn't clear to you so that you can get more information. It's crucial that you review the information in the weeks and days leading up to the exam. The more you revisit the information, the more it will become internalized and easier to remember. You can then listen to the recordings as often as you need to so that you grasp the material. You can also fill in the gaps in your notes.  Check with your teacher or professor to make sure that it's okay to record the lecture. Don't use this as an excuse to not take notes during class. You should still take notes to help yourself learn the material. . Flash cards are a great way to study your material, especially vocabulary, key points, and lists. For example, you could put scientific processes, mathematical formulas, or historical figures that you need to know on flash cards.  Try using index cards to make your flash cards, or cut up a piece of paper. Additionally, you could use an online tool like quizlet or Kahoot to create flashcards and practice quizzes. . Mind maps are graphical illustrations of your topic and a great memory tool to use, especially during exams. For example, you can create a web connecting the ideas you're studying, or create a doodle based on your notes. Be creative in how you arrange your notes when you make your mind map. When you get closer to your exam, ask a parent, friend, or your teacher to quiz you over the information. You can create example questions for them to ask you, have them question you from the review, or let them question you from your notes. This will show you if you need to review any topics before the actual exam. You may be taking a multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, essay, short answer, or other type of exam. Many exams incorporate more than one style of question.  For a multiple choice exam, make lists and tables, know the differences between concepts and words, and know how topics are related to each other.  For a fill-in-the-blank exam, focus on your notes because most teachers take their questions from the notes they provide. You should expect your teacher to remove an important word or words from a sentence, such as a term, date, phrase, or historical figure.  For an essay or short answer exam, pay attention to what your instructor emphasized in class. Write out what you know about this topic and do additional research if necessary. Use the syllabus, study guide, and textbook summary of the material to make a list of possible questions. Create a study list for each possible essay question.
Summary: Read the course materials and texts. Take Record your class lectures on a digital recorder or your phone. Make yourself flash cards Make mind maps Ask someone to quiz you. Adjust your study habits depending on the type of exam.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: People often ask about each other's beliefs and invite one another to religious gatherings. You can either choose to dodge the questions, or answer them. There is no need to wear an “Atheist” T-shirt everywhere you go, but if you are going to identify publicly as an atheist, you have to come right out and say “I am an atheist,” and be prepared for the conversation that follows. Saying something such as “I am not religious and prefer not to discuss religion,” is a good way to end the conversation most of the time. Keep in mind that some people will still continue to ask you questions, and you can still insist that you would prefer to talk about something else. You may be asked a lot of questions. Sometimes, this is out of genuine curiosity, and others times, it is an attempt to shame or convert you. It is up to you what you disclose and to whom you disclose it. If you are asked what religion you observe during a job interview, you can easily redirect the question with something like “I do not feel like my spirituality is relevant to this interview.” Some people choose to post their religious beliefs, or lack thereof, on their profile. Others simply do not share the information. Still, others post very deliberately about their atheism. Consider your standing in your profession and community and the degree to which you are willing to create controversy to post on social media. That said, it is a personal choice and there is no right or wrong decision. Remember that employers (and future employers) will have access to the information you share. If you fear that being openly atheist will damage your career, be careful about social media. Do this only if you feel comfortable. There is no need to discuss the topic, but it is also illegal to for anyone to discriminate against you for doing so. The culture of your workplace will heavily affect how you approach this topic with co-workers. If the conversation does come up in an uncomfortable way, it is usually best not to argue or debate with religious co-workers. Instead, say something like “If you'd like to discuss atheism more, we can have coffee sometime, but I am pretty busy right now.” While you will experience some degree of intolerance, or at least confusion, for your atheist beliefs at times, do not fuel the discrimination. You do not have to partake or agree with someone else's point of view, but it is no more your right to change their mind than it is their right to change yours. Be as open-minded as you hope others will be and show respect.  For example, if someone says “Bless you,” after you sneeze, this is no reason to go on a rant about how you are an atheist and do not believe that there is a God to bless anyone. A simple “Thank you,” will do. If an acquaintance is genuinely interested in your views, it is okay to discuss them. Just make sure to keep the conversation respectful on both ends.
Summary:
Be prepared to answer questions. Choose what you will share. Decide how to approach social media. Discuss the topic at work. Try to keep an open mind and be respectful of others.