10 Habits of Successful Students
- Get Organized. Making a plan for what you're going
to do and when you're going to do it will make sure you're always ahead
of the curve - literally.
- Don't multitask. Studies have shown that multitasking is physically impossible.
- Divide it up. Studying isn't fun to begin with, and
forcing yourself through a study marathon will only make it worse.
Dividing your work into manageable chunks and rewarding yourself when
you finish each chunk will make studying (more) fun.
- Sleep. Don't underestimate the importance of those
eight hours of zzz's every night! Getting a good night's rest will
sharpen your focus and improve your working memory.
- Set a schedule. Do you work better right after
school or after you've eaten dinner? Are you more productive in
90-minute blocks or half-hour spurts? Find a schedule that works for
you, and stick to it.
- Take notes. Taking notes will not only keep you
more engaged during class, but will also help you narrow down what you
need to study when exam time rolls around. It's much easier to reread
your notes than to reread your entire textbook!
- Study. This one might be obvious, but did you know
that there's a right and a wrong way to study? Review your material
several days ahead of time, in small chunks, and in different manners
(for example, write flashcards one day and take practice tests the
next). In other words, don't cram.
- Manage your study space. Find a place that will
maximize your productivity. Look for places away from the television and
other distractions. Whether it's your local library or just the desk in
your bedroom, set aside a study space that you'll want to spend time
in.
- Find a study group. Sitting down with a group of
people who are learning the same things as you is a great way to go over
confusing class material or prepare for a big test. You can quiz each
other, reteach material, and make sure that everyone is on the same
page. After all, teaching someone else is the best way to learn.
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