How to Study Effectively?
How to Study Effectively | April 21, 2011 by top grade | 1 Comment
Effective study demands quality focus. It’s hard to make headway in any learning without this particular quality. It is this quality that will get you those extra marks.
Below you will find a variety of tips to help you get started.
First a video from You Tube:
And now here is my small effort to help you think about how you can study better. Simply reading this stuff won’t necessarily get you top grades — applying them is what really matters.
Onto the tips… ◦Find a quiet place where you can work regularly. This place should be dedicated to study, free of potential distractions from friends or family — yes folks, even your cat. Regular work …show more content…
Try to be aware of your bio clock and what time of the day you work best. Optimise by revising when you work best but keep an eye on the exam date and time. You will need to get used to working at that hour. ◦Do The Challenging Revision First — when you are fresh. Trying to focus on difficult problems when you are tired can be difficult.
◦Look after your physical health. Take regular breaks, get plenty of fresh air and do some walking or stretching. ◦Study in small chunks lasting 25 to 35 minutes. Your memory and concentration will work better if you study in short bursts but often… ◦Get a chair that is firm but comfortable. Avoiding back problems is important. ◦Drink plenty of water during the revision periods. Before an exam, avoid drinking too much, as you may need a toilet break which can waste exam time. ◦Get good, regular sleep and rest. You will think and work better as a consequence.
◦ Avoid any stimulants such as caffeine. Stay natural.
◦Say the Stuff out Loud —saying the stuff out loud will help promote a deeper understanding of the material you are reading. However, ◦You may prefer seeing things on paper. That suggests that your learning style is visual and you should use lots of diagrams and color to memorise and understand your work. ◦Review stuff soon after learning. Convert any learning to personal notes as this helps understanding and memory.
◦ Try to link any new stuff to things you know already. This is
How to Study Effectively | April 21, 2011 by top grade | 1 Comment
Effective study demands quality focus. It’s hard to make headway in any learning without this particular quality. It is this quality that will get you those extra marks.
Below you will find a variety of tips to help you get started.
First a video from You Tube:
And now here is my small effort to help you think about how you can study better. Simply reading this stuff won’t necessarily get you top grades — applying them is what really matters.
Onto the tips… ◦Find a quiet place where you can work regularly. This place should be dedicated to study, free of potential distractions from friends or family — yes folks, even your cat. Regular work …show more content…
Try to be aware of your bio clock and what time of the day you work best. Optimise by revising when you work best but keep an eye on the exam date and time. You will need to get used to working at that hour. ◦Do The Challenging Revision First — when you are fresh. Trying to focus on difficult problems when you are tired can be difficult.
◦Look after your physical health. Take regular breaks, get plenty of fresh air and do some walking or stretching. ◦Study in small chunks lasting 25 to 35 minutes. Your memory and concentration will work better if you study in short bursts but often… ◦Get a chair that is firm but comfortable. Avoiding back problems is important. ◦Drink plenty of water during the revision periods. Before an exam, avoid drinking too much, as you may need a toilet break which can waste exam time. ◦Get good, regular sleep and rest. You will think and work better as a consequence.
◦ Avoid any stimulants such as caffeine. Stay natural.
◦Say the Stuff out Loud —saying the stuff out loud will help promote a deeper understanding of the material you are reading. However, ◦You may prefer seeing things on paper. That suggests that your learning style is visual and you should use lots of diagrams and color to memorise and understand your work. ◦Review stuff soon after learning. Convert any learning to personal notes as this helps understanding and memory.
◦ Try to link any new stuff to things you know already. This is