Students
with better study methods and strategies score higher on their exams.
-Everyone is different. Different
methods work for different people; the following are only suggestions on
improving upon your current studying techniques. -It is best to review the material
right after class when it's still fresh in your memory. -Don't try to do all your studying
the night before the test. Instead space out your studying, review class
materials at least several times a week, focusing on one topic at a time. -Have all of your study material in
front of you: lecture notes, course textbooks, study guides and any other
relevant material. -Find a comfortable and quiet place
to study with good lighting and little distractions (try avoiding your own bed;
it is very tempting to just lie down and take a nap). -Start out by studying the most
important information. Learn the general concepts first,
don't worry about learning the details until you have learned the main ideas. -Take notes and write down a summary
of the important ideas as you read through your study material. -Take short breaks frequently. Your
memory retains the information that you study at the beginning and the end
better than what you study in the middle. -Space out your studying, you'll
learn more by studying a little every day instead of waiting to cram at the
last minute. By studying every day, the material will stay in your long-term
memory but if you try to study at the last moment, the material will only
reside in your short-term memory that you'll easily forget. -Make sure that you understand the
material well, don't just read through the material and try to memorize everything.
-If you choose to study in a group,
only study with others who are serious about the test. -Test yourself or have someone test
you on the material to find out what your weak and strong areas are. You can
use the review questions at the end of each chapter, practice tests that the
teacher may give out or other pertinent materials. -Listening to relaxing music such as
classical or jazz on a low volume can relieve some of the boredom of studying. -Don't study later than the time you
usually go to sleep, you may fall asleep or be tempted to go to sleep, instead
try studying in the afternoon or early evening. If you are a morning person try
studying in the morning.
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