1. Create a master to-do list and a schedule for
the remaining days in the semester. Break cumulative exams into smaller study
units, which will prevent you from feeling overwhelmed and help you monitor
your progress daily.
2. Just
get started. Don’t wait until you feel like studying.
3. Review
your notes daily.
4. Identify
the format of the exam. Vary your study technique according to the type of
exam.
5. Predict
possible questions. Review old tests, study guides or the course objectives.
6. Answer
questions you didn’t know the first time. If the exam is cumulative and you
struggled to master any material, return to it.
7. Meet
with the professor, a tutor or a learning specialist if needed.
8. Develop
summary sheets for each class.
9. Link
new information to things you already know. Forming these associations will
help you retrieve information later.
10. Check
the front of your textbook to see if the publisher provides any online study
aids.
11. Set
specific measurable goals for each study session to keep yourself on track.
12. Create
mnemonic devices, such as acrostics, rhymes or acronyms, to help you remember
information.
13. Take
short breaks. Your brain can process a limited amount of information and
benefits from some rest.
14. Reward
yourself with naturally enjoyable activities, such as playing X-box or clicking
through Facebook.
15. Stay
healthy. Get some sleep and avoid caffeine. Seriously – your brain with
thank you.
16. Draw
it. Create tables, diagrams, mind maps or pictures to represent and organize
the information.
17. Explain
it aloud. Go into an empty classroom and pretend to teach the material to
someone. Using your own words helps you assess your comprehension, which
ultimately aids your memory.
18. Study
in a distraction-reduced environment. Turn off your cell phone, TV and email
notifications.
19. Identify
examples or illustrations that embody the concept and demonstrate ways you will
utilize the information.
20. Attempt
to answer the questions at the end of the chapter in your textbook.
21. Quiz
yourself. Cover up your notes and try to explain them. Create flashcards. If
you find yourself struggling to remember, try different techniques to learn the
material.
22. Form a
study group and develop a practice test together.
23. Manage
your anxiety. By listen to calming music, stretching or breathing deeply, you
can avoid stress and release negative thoughts.
24. Overlearn
the material. When you think you are finished, keep going.
25. Finally,
examine your beliefs about learning. It does not happen quickly and
intelligence is not fixed. Stay positive and persist, believing that talent can
be developed. You can learn material by working hard, seeking help and using
effective strategies.
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