GEOG 3133: SUGGESTIONS FOR STUDY USING THE TEXTBOOK 

(The World Economy: Resources, Location, Trade, and Development; Fifth Edition; Stutz, Frederick P. and Warf, Barney; 2007; Pearson Prentice Hall)

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Most students do not read and study the reading assignments in the textbook very efficiently or effectively.  The method suggested below takes work, but it is very effective. It is more time consuming the "first time through" the chapter, but most students find that one time through is sufficient; thus, reducing re-reading and extensive review time.

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Suggested method for reading/studying the chapters in the text:

1. Take careful notes WHILE you read; I recommend the following method:
• Use the headings and subheadings in each chapter as an outline for note-taking.
• As you read each sub-section of the chapter, stop when you come to a term in boldface print; these are new terms that are important to the understanding of the chapter. In your notes, based on the context of the paragraph in which the boldfaced term occurs, develop YOUR definition for the term and write it down in YOUR words (don't just copy a sentence from the text). You'll remember your words better than the author's words.
• At the end of each sub-section, stop and review in your mind the main ideas and concepts that were just explained. Summarize the sub-section in two or three sentences, in your own words, and write your summary in your outline.
2. Read carefully the chapter "summary" at the end of the chapter in order to once again review what you've just read.
3. After studying the chapters you should be able to define the "key terms" that are listed at the end of the chapter and understand the interrelationship among those terms.
4. The "Study Questions" at the end of each chapter provide a good method for reviewing your understanding and mastery of the concepts presented in the chapter.
   
5. If you have any questions about the material covered in the text, PLEASE stop by my office or call or e-mail me to ask questions. I'll try my best to help you understand the material.