What the Best College Students Do

If specialization leads to higher pay, why not simply focus on those subjects and ignore other fields of study?

Describe three of the most common processes involved in deep learning.

Is intelligence a fixed or variable quality? Explain your viewpoint. 

Higher education involves pressures—time limits, test scores, financial problems—that can cause students to buckle under the emotional load. Describe two ways in which students can overcome anxiety and doubt so that they can succeed in their studies. 

The book describes 15 ways to find the best classes and teachers. Which three do you believe are the most effective? Explain your reasoning.

What is spaced repetition? How does it improve memorization?

Of the many successful students profiled in the book, which do you find the most inspiring? What is special to you about their story or their achievements? How did deep learning contribute to their success?

The author suggests a powerful way to take lecture notes. Describe this method and explain why it’s a better way to learn the material.