A big picture view with a holistic approach focusing on comprehension and easy digestion. The equation for great study habits, lower stress and top grades. How can you help a student become an independent learner? My organizational method of teaching the material are the same tools necessary to becoming a self-starting, independent learner. We match the style of organization with the student's thought process; repeating the pattern in planners, notes, etc., builds good thinking habits that translate into good working habits. How would you help a student stay motivated?