concrete study tip #2: talk about your goals
Specifically, talk to your instructors about what you want to do. Grad school, a specific profession, getting a particular grade in the course - verbalize these things to people in your field. Talk about your research interests. They’ll likely have experience and advice and may even be able to point you towards the right classes and programs.
How to apply: book office hours at the beginning of the semester. Ask to talk about how you can use this course to work toward your goal. Come ready to talk about where you see yourself in X amount of time and how it relates to the specific class you’re in.
Of note: this still works if you don’t know what you want to do!! Say that too - expressing that you don’t know what step you want to pursue next can be the best way to find out. Instead of preparing an outline of your goals, prepare a list of topics and experiences you’re excited about and enjoy, then talk to your prof about what programs can help you explore those.
