Test Taking Study Tips

Test Taking Study Tips "From my personal experience, I've learned that test-taking can be easier with a few simple tips. First, always study in a quiet environment that is well lit. Studying should begin at least ten days in advance. Give yourself manageable sections to study each day. This way, it will not be overwhelming. Know ahead of time exactly what to study for. The professors often give ideas as to what the test will be like. Take advantage of this. Quiz yourself on the material you studied, without using your books or notes. Doing this will give you an idea of how you will do on the test. Allow yourself a fifteen to twenty minute break for every hour of studying. During this time relax with a walk or a conversation with a friend. Before the exam, eat properly and have plenty of rest. Following these tips will help you when it comes to test time."
Bring a pen, paper, notebook, and books. Dress like a student (not like an athlete, rap star, rock musician, or surfer). Show respect and enthusiasm to your instructors. Listen, listen, listen--you can't learn while talking to your peers during class. Pay attention--don't doodle, doze, or daydream. Try to contribute once per class period, with a question or contribution to discussion. Participation counts--and helps. Have clearly marked notebooks, with separate sections--or separate notebooks--for each class. Take notes. Use a dictionary. This will increase your vocabulary and teach you correct spelling. Have a partner/"buddy" system for studying. Have parents, friends, dormmates, etc. quiz you. Form study groups. Read, read, read. Read magazines, the newspaper, sports books, science fiction, anything you can get your hands on. Set aside at least three hours a day, six days a week, to study. Get some of your homework done during school. Use free periods, extra time between classes, and the time before sports. Sacrifice and work during times when you know other people aren't working. Work on a Friday night or Saturday afternoon. It will be worth it. Volunteerfor extra credit. Get involved in extracurricular activities. Don't merely attend classes and go to practice. Join the Government Club or Cultural Awareness Organization, write for the student newspaper, give tours, etc. Get involved. Work hard and be proud that you are working hard and learning. Realize that education is a key ingredient to many great things that you will accomplish in life.