From Habits to Honors: Unpacking the Learning Behaviors Behind Science Student Achievement.
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| Title: | From Habits to Honors: Unpacking the Learning Behaviors Behind Science Student Achievement. |
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| Authors: | Salame, Issa I.1 isalame@ccny.cuny.edu, Denny, Aloshy2 adenny000@citymail.cuny.edu |
| Source: | International Journal of Instruction. Jan2026, Vol. 19 Issue 1, p179-194. 16p. |
| Subject Terms: | *Academic achievement, *Learning strategies, *Educational outcomes, *Time management, Undergraduate education |
| Company/Entity: | City University of New York. City College |
| Abstract: | Study habits are crucial to learning outcomes in undergraduate science classes, but there are a variety of methods for studying and factors affecting studying. It is expected that deeper learning strategies such as practice question use will lead to better learning outcomes as opposed to surface level learning strategies like textbook reading. Similarly, being able to focus while studying should be crucial to being able to learn effectively. This study aimed to further investigate study habits’ role and its impact on learning and performance. The study was conducted by collecting a survey from students on their study habits using Likert-type and short response questions, as well as information such as GPA and college level. The study took place at the City College of New York which is an urban minority serving institute and 199 students participated in this research project. This would allow for the determination of the most effective strategies and important factors based on GPA as a measure of effective learning. After compiling and analyzing the data, study habits did appear to provide a positive correlation with learning and performance as defined by student GPA. Practice problems and note reviewing were reported as the most popular study methods. The most popular response on how to improve study habits was to employ better time management. Students with higher GPAs tended to focus better while studying, plan out study sessions, and used practice questions while studying. Overall, this supports the importance of using deeper learning strategies while studying, but also highlights the importance of time management and planning when creating an effective study routine. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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