2008 Woodie Awards
Tips To Help You Get The Much Coveted 'A'
Kelsey Field
Issue date: 4/21/06 Section: Arts & Entertainment
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There are a little more than three weeks left to the semester, and that means finals, finals, finals! So to maximize your time in order to get in everything that's due while also being able to say good bye to your friends, check out these important suggestions on how to study best for finals.
Make a schedule for yourself that spells out everything you have to do, including packing up your stuff, finishing off those last minute assignments and getting in some study time. Don't worry about sticking exactly to the schedule, because as life goes surprises pop up. Your schedule can always be revised later on; just try to make sure you start studying at least three days before the final exam. Make sure when you are writing out your schedule you take into consideration when is your best time to study, whether that is at night or in the morning.
Find a study method that works best for you. The SQ3R method has been proven to sharpen those study skills, so give it a whirl. If it doesn't work for you, try something that does. The SQ3R is Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review. Begin by getting an overall idea of what you are going to study. Exactly what parts of that history class will you need to know? Next, question what you are studying, so that you know what you are talking about. A lot of teachers hand out study guides, so use these for your questions. Go over what you have read this semester, but make sure you actually do read it. Skimming over your textbook an hour before your final exam will not help you in the long run. As you are reading, stop and recite every once in a while, because it will help your attention span on the reading. Try putting it into your own words to help clarify those confusing terms. Finally, review what you have read. Make a study sheet, or condense your notes into an easy-to-read fact sheet. The best time to review is right after you have finished studying.
Try to break up your studying. It helps if once every few hours you change the pace and get your mind off the subject. Take a walk, grab a bite to eat or surf the web, and then get back to work. Also, try to vary how and where you study to keep it slightly interesting. If you have been studying by yourself, get together with a classmate. This will help you stay focused, but also make sure you are studying the right answers.
Finally, make sure you catch your zzz's. If you don't get enough sleep at night, try a power nap during the day. The perfect amount of time is 40 minutes-just make sure you are able to get yourself up so you don't lose precious time dreaming away unnecessarily. Drink lots of water, and try to stay away from those highly caffeinated drinks late at night. They only cause your system to crash down, and when you want to catch some shut eye you won't be able to. Eat your three meals a day, and try to keep it balanced to keep you balanced! Most important is to make sure you have time to study and you don't get over loaded. Stay calm and keep on path, and you'll be on the President's list in no time.
Make a schedule for yourself that spells out everything you have to do, including packing up your stuff, finishing off those last minute assignments and getting in some study time. Don't worry about sticking exactly to the schedule, because as life goes surprises pop up. Your schedule can always be revised later on; just try to make sure you start studying at least three days before the final exam. Make sure when you are writing out your schedule you take into consideration when is your best time to study, whether that is at night or in the morning.
Find a study method that works best for you. The SQ3R method has been proven to sharpen those study skills, so give it a whirl. If it doesn't work for you, try something that does. The SQ3R is Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review. Begin by getting an overall idea of what you are going to study. Exactly what parts of that history class will you need to know? Next, question what you are studying, so that you know what you are talking about. A lot of teachers hand out study guides, so use these for your questions. Go over what you have read this semester, but make sure you actually do read it. Skimming over your textbook an hour before your final exam will not help you in the long run. As you are reading, stop and recite every once in a while, because it will help your attention span on the reading. Try putting it into your own words to help clarify those confusing terms. Finally, review what you have read. Make a study sheet, or condense your notes into an easy-to-read fact sheet. The best time to review is right after you have finished studying.
Try to break up your studying. It helps if once every few hours you change the pace and get your mind off the subject. Take a walk, grab a bite to eat or surf the web, and then get back to work. Also, try to vary how and where you study to keep it slightly interesting. If you have been studying by yourself, get together with a classmate. This will help you stay focused, but also make sure you are studying the right answers.
Finally, make sure you catch your zzz's. If you don't get enough sleep at night, try a power nap during the day. The perfect amount of time is 40 minutes-just make sure you are able to get yourself up so you don't lose precious time dreaming away unnecessarily. Drink lots of water, and try to stay away from those highly caffeinated drinks late at night. They only cause your system to crash down, and when you want to catch some shut eye you won't be able to. Eat your three meals a day, and try to keep it balanced to keep you balanced! Most important is to make sure you have time to study and you don't get over loaded. Stay calm and keep on path, and you'll be on the President's list in no time.
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