Abstract
In this study, we explore different study strategies and their impacts on academic goals and achievements. Previous studies have found that students use certain study strategies depending on factors such as motivation and knowledge of the effectiveness different study strategies. Our results showed us that Northwestern students focused their studying on whatever was due next and they were not aware of the effectiveness of study habits as the majority of students reported that they were not taught how to study. We also found a positive correlation between self-efficacy and academic achievement. Additionally, avoidance goals were associated with procrastination while approach goals were associated with better study habits.
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How Do You Study? Study Strategies, Academic Goals, and Achievement
In this study, we explore different study strategies and their impacts on academic goals and achievements. Previous studies have found that students use certain study strategies depending on factors such as motivation and knowledge of the effectiveness different study strategies. Our results showed us that Northwestern students focused their studying on whatever was due next and they were not aware of the effectiveness of study habits as the majority of students reported that they were not taught how to study. We also found a positive correlation between self-efficacy and academic achievement. Additionally, avoidance goals were associated with procrastination while approach goals were associated with better study habits.