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Noting that research shows that sound study practices increase chances for academic success, this booklet is intended to help secondary and postsecondary students improve their study methods and take charge of their learning. After an introduction, the first section discusses planning for success (goal setting and organizing a study space). The following section discusses how to find information quickly (setting a purpose before looking for information, books, libraries, and the Internet). Next, the booklet discusses what to do when a student does not understand new facts or ideas. It then elaborates effective ways to learn new information (getting an overview, setting a purpose, making up questions, talking it through, learning the language of a subject, variety and repetition, note-making, and reading skills. The last section addresses earning higher marks (writing skills, writing essays and assignments, oral presentations, and making the most of examinations). (RS) Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document