
With midterms looming, now is the perfect time to hone your study skills. But what is the best way to study? Research shows that your temperament determines which study habits will ensure success. Some students prefer quiet, solitary study time; others thrive on the interaction of study groups. Still others learn and retain the information best when combining private and group study. Extensive research has shown that each of us possess one of four unique temperaments; Guardian, Artisan, Idealist or Rational. Understanding your own temperament can help you to accomplish goals, achieve higher test scores and improve your GPA. Third in a series of 4, this article examines study tips for students with an Idealist temperament.