Answer the following questionnaire. Put a check in the column that best describes what is true to you.
PART 1
Always Sometimes Never Your Score
(10) (5) (0)
1. I exert effort to
find out why I
need to do a
particular task.
2. I reward myself
when I work.
3. I see to it that I
give myself
regular breaks
form work.
4. I am able to
keep my
concentration and
does not let my
mind "drift away."
5. I have ways of
dealing with
distractions.
6. I am willing to
do the work I do
not enjoy
because I see it
as important.
7. I seek
clarification from
the teacher about
her expectations
and standards.
8. I go to tutorials
to improve my
school work.
PART 2
Always Sometimes Never Your Score
(10) (5) (0)
1. I make a
weekly timetable
for the school
work I need to
accomplish.
2. I make a
review schedule
for examinations.
3. I plan to get the
necessary
resources and
equipment prior to
starting work.
4. I submit all my
assignments on
time.
5. I have a place
to work where I
won't be
disturbed.
6. I have time for
family
commitments and
relaxation as well
as studying.
7. I prioritize tasks
which should be
done first, second
and so on.
8. I make lists of
things to do.
9. I make a list of
valuable
references with
bibliographic
details, page
numbers of
quotes and so on.
10. I review my
work before
submitting it.
PART 3
Always Sometimes Never Your Score
(10) (5) (0)
1. I discuss work
assignments with
other students.
2. I share
resources with
other students.
3. I keep cuttings
from newspapers
and magazines
which may be of
help to me.
4. I make sure I
see TV programs
which may be
useful.
5. I read the topic
assigned before a
session.
6. I ask questions
and generally
take part in group
discussions.
7. I listen. out for
key ideas when
someone is
talking.
8. When I am
listening to
someone, I try to
anticipate what
they will say next.
PART 4
Always Sometimes Never Your Score
(10) (5) (0)
I get so worried
about
assignments that
they make me
feel ill
This worry about
assignments
makes me feel
depressed
I feel miserable
about doing
assignments.
I let these
concerns about
the work get on
top
When I need to
work, others
always succeed
in persuading me
to go out
I have difficulty in
talking to others
about my worries.
I ignore my
personal fitness
through worrying
about
assignments.
The stress of
assignments
causes me to get
behind and I
never seem to
catch up.
PART 5
Always Sometimes Never Your Score
(10) (5) (0)
1. My notes
indicate the main
ideas, rather than
merely repeat
what has been
said.
2. I listen for key
ideas when
listening to a
speaker.
3. I approach
tutors for help.
4. I organize or
file my notes
regularly.
5. I re-write my
notes under key
ideas, headings,
using numbering
or lettering
schemes.
6. I have a
shorthand
technique of my
own.
7. I underline or
highlight key
ideas so they
stand out.
8. I decide before
reading a book
whether it is vital
or background
reading.
9. I go over a
book before
diving into
chapter one.
10. check the
contents page for
relevance before
reading a book.
11. I look for
summaries at the
end of chapters.
PART 6
Always Sometimes Never Your Score
(10) (5) (0)
1. I see to it that I
understand what is
really being asked
for in the
assignment/project.
2. I read other
references and
read about the
topic.
3. I make an
outline/plan before
doing my
assignment/
project.
4. I check for
spelling mistakes.
5. My essays have
clear introductions.
6. My essays have
a conclusion.
7. I frequently
check back to the
title during the
writing of an essay.
8. My
essay/research
paper has a full set
of references and a
bibliography.
9. I review
project/assignment
before submitting
it.
10. I request
someone else to
look at/read my
project/ assignment
before submitting
it.
EXPLORE
My Score in the Study Habits Questionnaire
Aspects of Study Habits My score Interpretation
Part 1 Motivation
Part 2 Organizing and Planning
Your Work
Part 3 Working with Others,
Utilizing Resources and
Feedback
Part 4 Managing School Work
Stress
Part 5 Note-taking and Reading
Part 6 Preparing an
Assignment/Project
What did you discover about yourself using this questionnaire? What aspects are you strong in? What
aspects do you need to improve in?
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Scoring:
The six parts of the questionnaire pertain to the following aspects of study habits:
Part 1 Motivation
Part 2 Organizing and planning your work
Part 3 Working with others; Utilizing resources and feedback
Part 4 Managing school work stress
Part 5 Note-taking and reading
Part 6 Preparing an assignment/project
Use the scoring guide below
Scoring for Part 1 Motivation
Score: 10 for Always
5 for Sometimes
0 for Never
Feedback: * Scores from 55 to 80 mean that you do not appear to have
many problems in getting down to work and keeping to it. a Scores from 31 to 50 mean that you
sometimes get down to work but you can be distracted, you might not always be certain why you
have to work. You probably could benefit from learning some techniques that help you get down to
work more consistently and keep at it.
* Scores of 30 and below signify that you really do have problems in getting down to work. Unless you
develop skills in this area you are likely to have many unsatisfactory experiences as a student
throughout your life.
You need to take action.
Scoring for Part 2 Organizing and Planning your Work
Score:
10 for Always
5 for Sometimes
0 for Never
Feedback: * Scores from 70 to 100 mean you are well-organized and plan
ahead for your work.
• Scores from 40 to 65 mean you are not as well-organized as you can be. Your time management
may benefit from a closer analysis.
• Scores of 35 and below mean you have little organization, probably deal with things as they happen,
constantly doing things at the last minute, often not getting work completed.
You need to take action.
Scoring for Part 3
Score: 10 for Always
5 for Sometimes
0 for Never
Feedback: - Scores from 55 to 85 mean you make full use of resources available, listen well and take
an active part in seminars.
- Scores from 35 to 50 mean you probably collect resources, but you need to ask yourself how to use
them more effectively.
- Scores of 30 and below mean there are important resources around you that you are ignoring. i
need to kne hearing much of what is being said. You need to know what resources are available, and
you need to find out where they are and what they have to offer.
You need to take action.
Scoring for Part 4 Managing School Work Stress
Score: 10 for Never
5 for Sometimes O for Always
Feedback: * Scores from 65 to 80 mean that although you sometimes get
stressed and worried you have the skills of knowing how to minimize problems and look after
yourself.
* Scores from 40 to 65 mean that you handle your anxieties and concerns moderately well but could
develop skills to manage them more effectively.
* Scores of 35 and under mean that you are likely to get overwhelmed with your problems which will
make you much less effective as a student. You need to acquire the skills of managing stress more
effectively.
You need to take action.
Scoring for Part 5 Note-taking and Reading
Score: 10 for Always
5 for Sometimes
0 for Never
Feedback: * Scores from 75 to 110 mean you prepare well and read
efficiently, learning as you go. You waste little time reading irrelevant materials.
• Scores from 45 to 70 mean your reading and note taking skills are adequate, but could be improved.
• Scores of 40 and below mean your notes are likely to be of little use to you, if they exist at all. You
spend a lot of time reading or sitting in but come home with very little. You need to become more
selective in what you read or write down.
You need to take action.
Scoring for Part 6 Preparing an Assignment/Project.
Score:
10 for Always
5 for Sometimes
0 for Never
Feedback: * Scores from 70 to 100 mean that your essays are well thought
out, researched and clearly written.
