Studying is a skill you can improve on.Taking notes, keeping a study schedule, and practicing growth mindset thinking are some of the things you can do to set yourself up for success.Limit your distraction, take breaks, and avoid multitasking when studying.You should experiment with different strategies of preparing for tests until you find one that works for you.
Step 1: There are steps you can take to avoid being distracted.
If you have family members that distract you, politely ask them to leave.The TV and radio should be off.Turn your phone off.Turn your internet off if you don't need it for studying.If you like studying with music, make sure it is chill, without words, that won't distract you.One of your family members can help you keep your phone and laptop away from you.
Step 2: It is better to study one subject at a time.
It's tempting to work on 3 assignments at the same time if you're stressed out.That makes each task more difficult to accomplish, makes everything take longer, and means that you do a worse job on the task.If you want to study for one class, take a break, and then start studying for the next class.It's been shown that multitasking isn't only useless, but also stressed out.If you focus on a task and do a good job, you can get more enjoyment out of it.
Step 3: You can stay organized with a study schedule.
All your assignments and tests should be listed in a detailed planner.This can be found in a paperplanner.Write down the homework you have to do and when you will do it.Writing down other time commitments can be helpful.If you don't want to push them to the last minute, you should give them more time to study and work on long-term projects.Being able to check off each item as you complete it is very satisfying.You feel accomplished!
Step 4: As you read, ask yourself questions.
Reading to study is different from reading a novel for fun because you have to remember and focus on the information.Ask yourself what you've just read as you read the material.Make a few bullet points for each chapter with key information by taking notes and writing down the chapter headings.The textbook chapter summary is a good place to start if you don't know what to write about.The most important information will be marked in bold in some textbooks.It will help you remember the material, and point out areas that you don't understand, where you need to do more studying or ask for help.
Step 5: It is advisable to take an active break at least every hour.
After an hour of sitting and studying, get up and take a break.You can go for a walk, eat a snack, or do push-ups outside.The break should last about 10 minutes so that you can get back to studying.When you take frequent active breaks, you are able to learn more in the long term than if you sit and study all day.Your brain and body need some stimulation so that they can focus again.
Step 6: A growth mindset can be used to practice.
Success in school isn't just about talent.It's mostly about effort.It is possible to learn more if you ask questions and practice.Don't worry if you have a negative mindset now.Positive self-talk can help you develop a growth mindset.
Step 7: Make sure you get at least eight hours of sleep a night.
The best way to focus is by sleeping.Staying up late studying isn't a good idea for long-term success.Lack of sleep makes it hard to remember what you have learned.If that's what you need, aim to get at least 8 hours of sleep a night.
Step 8: You need to figure out your learning style to study more strategically.
Different people have different ways of learning.People who are visual learners learn best from images and reading.Some people are able to remember what they hear.Songs and jingles can help them remember.Some people are kinesthetic learners.They learn best by handling the things they are learning.Use techniques that work best for you and figure out your learning style.If you want to learn how a clock works, take one apart and put it back together.A visual learner would look at a diagram.An essay about the clock's function would be read by a reading/writing learner.A person would listen to a lecture.If you don't know what you're learning style is, you can take an online quiz about it.
Step 9: You can use flashcards and acronyms to remember things.
Acronyms are written in the first letter of each word.One way to remember the order of operations is to use the acronym PEMDAS.A good way to memorize large amounts of information is with flashcards.Try to remember things in a visual way.If you have to recite a long poem for your English class, try to picture each line as a specific image.
Step 10: Take notes in class in the weeks leading up to the exam.
Even if your teacher posts notes online, the physical act of taking notes will make the concepts stick better so that you don't have to learn everything before the test.Studies show that taking notes by hand is more effective than using a computer.Don't copy what the teacher has written on the board, but also write down important things your teacher says.When your teacher starts a new topic, you should write down some key points in your notes.Taking notes in class makes you pay attention.It's not necessary to write down every word your teacher says.
Step 11: Practice taking a test.
Getting the hang of a test is just as important as studying the information.Practice tests can help you get the hang of multiple-choice, true-false, short answer, and essay questions.When you're taking the test, mark difficult questions to come back to later, instead of spending a long time trying to figure them out.If you have time, you can come back to work on the questions you didn't know about.Don't memorize information if you have to write an essay on your test.When the day comes, you won't feel nervous because you've done it before, so practice writing an essay in a short amount of time.
Step 12: It's a good idea to start studying a week in advance.
You should study for about an hour or two every day for a week.It will give you time to prepare and learn everything you need to know..It's not very effective to cram the night before a test.
Step 13: You can form a study group.
If you have a big test coming up, get together a group of your friends and ask each other questions.Group and individual study should be balanced.Group study is more fun and you can ask questions, but groups of friends can get distracted quickly.Setting a timer for 45 minutes will help your study group focus.Say: "Let's study until the timer rings, and then we'll have a snack break."It's easier to have a short amount of time to focus.
Step 14: Try teaching the concept to someone else.
Teaching a concept to someone else helps you learn it and retain it better than just studying it on your own.If you're trying to learn a tricky concept, teach it to a friend.It is possible to teach it to a younger sibling or someone with less knowledge than you.Simple language can be used to explain a concept.Explain your study concept to someone.This will help you understand the concept better.If you can't speak to someone, talk to your pet, TV, pillow, or imaginary friend.The point of this isn't to teach someone the concept, it is to read it out loud, which is why talking to someone or something can help.
Step 15: If you're having a hard time studying, ask for assistance.
Don't be afraid to ask for help when you're stuck in studying for an exam.You can ask for help from a friend who's in the same class as you, or from the teacher.If your school offers tutoring, you can ask a tutor for help.Before you ask for help from your teacher, try your best to solve the problem.I tried this, but I couldn't figure it out.I'm confused about that part, could you help?This will make it clear that you're not asking your teacher to do your work for you, you are just looking for clarification.