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chad
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What is the best study method to use for classes??
What are the best tactics to use for studying for all your college courses and tests?
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Kelvin z
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Hi Chad, here's a little advice to help you on your journey. During your classes, jot down some notes - they don't have to be perfect, just something to revise later. Review these notes after class, at your own pace, and they'll serve as a personal guide to the topics discussed. If you're finding it hard to keep up with the syllabus, don't sweat it - you're not alone. A great strategy is to form a study group with friends or look up related learning materials online. There's a wealth of tutorial videos online to help you out. Don't hesitate to ask seniors for their previous notes - those notes could really make studying a lot easier.
Remember, the secret to college study is consistency. Regular study throughout the semester allows you to learn at a comfortable pace, without the stress of cramming before exams. Having a study timetable and a plan can help keep you on track and motivated.
Don't forget, many colleges have quizzes and internal exams that count towards your grades or CGPA. Keep an eye on submission deadlines, exam dates, and other important events. A simple notebook or the Google Reminder App can help you stay organized.
But remember, college isn't just about studying. It's an incredible journey, and it's important to enjoy it. Striking a balance between work and life is key. Good luck with your studies, Chad, and remember, you can always ask if you have any questions.
Remember, the secret to college study is consistency. Regular study throughout the semester allows you to learn at a comfortable pace, without the stress of cramming before exams. Having a study timetable and a plan can help keep you on track and motivated.
Don't forget, many colleges have quizzes and internal exams that count towards your grades or CGPA. Keep an eye on submission deadlines, exam dates, and other important events. A simple notebook or the Google Reminder App can help you stay organized.
But remember, college isn't just about studying. It's an incredible journey, and it's important to enjoy it. Striking a balance between work and life is key. Good luck with your studies, Chad, and remember, you can always ask if you have any questions.
Paul Goetzinger MPA
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Successful learning and test taking is based upon your ability to read, remember, process, recall and interpret information in your courses.
I once had psychology professor tell me that studying is much like a hollywood actor learning his lines. Basically what you see on the screen is the result of rehearsing, and they do not learn their lines thenfirst time, they must constantly review them. The brain can only process information for about 20 minutes, when you are reading a book. This is why you can only remember the first section of a chapter, if you go beyond 20 minutes. The brain got fatigued and could no longer process what you were reading. So, read and study in intervals. Take small breaks and let your brain recover. Then study again for anothet 20 minutes.
I would also review material by rehearsing it. The first time you review something you may not get it the first time. So, I would review or rehearse the material several times. Never cram for anything. Light reviews the day before exams can alleviate fatigue and prepare you for peak performance on test day.
Cramming is like running a full marathon the day before an actual marathon competition. Your performance will not be very good, if you are tired. These were some of the methods that assisted me to achieve good results.
I once had psychology professor tell me that studying is much like a hollywood actor learning his lines. Basically what you see on the screen is the result of rehearsing, and they do not learn their lines thenfirst time, they must constantly review them. The brain can only process information for about 20 minutes, when you are reading a book. This is why you can only remember the first section of a chapter, if you go beyond 20 minutes. The brain got fatigued and could no longer process what you were reading. So, read and study in intervals. Take small breaks and let your brain recover. Then study again for anothet 20 minutes.
I would also review material by rehearsing it. The first time you review something you may not get it the first time. So, I would review or rehearse the material several times. Never cram for anything. Light reviews the day before exams can alleviate fatigue and prepare you for peak performance on test day.
Cramming is like running a full marathon the day before an actual marathon competition. Your performance will not be very good, if you are tired. These were some of the methods that assisted me to achieve good results.
Jason Flint
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Hi Chad, it really depends. I always found flash cards to be my secret weapon. If you have a photographic memory or remember things more when you write them out, use whatever method works for you. The key is constant practice and rehearsal out loud if you can so you're understanding the why in the material you're studying.
Give yourself plenty of time to study as well. My Calculus teacher used to tell us how many hours we would need to study to get a good grade for the class exam. It was usually around 9 hours. So you can imagine a mid-term or final exam would need more hours.
Give yourself plenty of time to study as well. My Calculus teacher used to tell us how many hours we would need to study to get a good grade for the class exam. It was usually around 9 hours. So you can imagine a mid-term or final exam would need more hours.