M5 Consulting

Studies show that poor use of time, not lack of intelligence, is the leading cause of poor academic performance. Students who don't succeed either invest too little time in their studies, or invest their time in ineffective and outdated study strategies. While learning in high school is primarily in-class, college & advanced high school learning/study is predominantly outside the class.  College requires a different level of skill that most high school graduates just don't have.

1. Time Management: College & AP life requires maximizing in-class learning, overcoming procrastination, and planning a schedule for the week, then following it like a compass.

2. Reading Speed and Comprehension: College & AP reading requirements double the high school requirements. Students' reading speed and comprehension can greatly improve with these simple tracking techniques helping students keep pace.

3. Effective Note-Taking: Because of reduced class time, note-taking becomes crucial. Note-taking connects in-class time to independent study by moving students from passive listening to active note-taking

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