1. Pay attention to the lesson in class each day. 
2. Do homework to the best of your ability.
3. Pay attention to the homework review in class the next day.
4. Ask questions if your homework answers are different and you do 
not understand why.  Questions are always welcomed!
5. Always do the work and steps out.
6. Re-read the lesson if necessary.  Do "check understanding" 
problems.

Effort is effective if it helps you get the results you want.  If 
you are not getting the results you want, your effort may not be 
effective.  You should change how you study.