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 Phys 0175 (Leibovich Section): Introduction to Physics Science & Engineering 2

 Reading the Book

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Previewing

  • Slowly flip through the whole chapter.
  • Read all the headings (bold type).
  • Examine all pictures and figures.
  • Skim the captions under illustrations.
  • Skim the questions at the end.

Reading

  • Concentrate while reading the text Don’t let your mind wander.
  • Read only as fast as you can understand. Reread sections that are unclear.
  • Read for understanding as well as to retain facts.
  • Always monitor what you understand and remember before you move on.
  • Make notes in the margins.
  • Highlight ONLY the important points.
  • Distinguish special cases or situations from more generic information.

 

 

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Prof. Adam Leibovich

Office Hrs: W10:00-12:00 and by appointment

200K Allen Hall

624-3617

 

Damon Hanson

Office Hrs: T4:00-6:00 in 210 Thaw

522 Allen Hall
624-1826

 

Peer leader: Jana DuMond

Study session: H 7:00-8:00 in 210 Thaw

 

 

  ©2007 Adam K. Leibovich