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How to Become a Straight-A Student

The Unconventional Strategies Real College Students Use to Score High While Studying Less

Cal Newport

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How to Become a Straight-A Student
Time Management & Focus
Work Intensity
Study Intervals
Scheduling
Beating Procrastination
Work Progress Journal
Track Excuses
Optimal Environment & Energy
Timing
Location
Energy Maintenance
Class & Note-Taking
Attendance
Nontechnical Courses
Technical Courses
Exam Preparation
Targeted Studying
Self-Quizzing
Academic Disaster Insurance
Exam Execution (The 3 Ps)
Plan
Proceed
Proofread
Writing A+ Papers
Topic & Thesis
Efficient Research
Structure & Story
Drafting
Three-Pass Review

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According to the book, what is the definition of 'pseudo-working'?

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How to Become a Straight-A Student offers you successful strategies used by actual straight-A students to help you score better grades while studying less. From time management to concrete advice on developing a thesis, this book gives you all the tools you need to earn the perfect 4.0 without burning out.

Who Should Listen to How to Become a Straight-A Student?

  • Students who are sick of pulling all-nighters
  • Anyone who wants to make the most out of their time
  • Anyone who would benefit from less procrastination

About the Author: Cal Newport

Cal Newport is a graduate of Dartmouth College with a PhD from MIT. He is currently an assistant professor of computer science at Georgetown University and has also authored a number of books, including How to Be A High School Superstar, How to Win at College and So Good They Can’t Ignore You.

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