gd tips to studi 4 exams? teachers help!?
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While I'm not a teacher, I was a good student while in school.  If you have taken notes, rewrite them.  I find that it helps stick if I rewrite things.  I also had a "highlighter" system, different colors stood for different things.  Yellow, probably not as important, Pink, teacher said "Remember this" Blue, something that I felt was important.\n\nIf you don't take notes, it probably would be wise to start taking them.  Usually if the teacher takes the time to write something down on the board, chances are it is important (I had a teacher that took test straight from his huge outlines on the board)\n\nYou could also make outlines of the textbook.  Take key points, and expand from there.\n\nAs silly as it sounds, make up songs to go along with things that you need to remember.  I still remember a couple of my "learning songs" even though I've been out of school now for 10 years.\n\nFlash Cards are another way of studying that is helpful, and can also involve others to help study.  Make a game of it.  The more fun you have with it, the better you will retain it.\n\nTry not to eat too many junk foods loaded with sugar.  It will slow you down, and keep you from retaining it as easily.  Also just relax, being tense isn't good for you or your study habits.\n\nGood Luck
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I took the exam in 1999 and got 94% marks. so hope i can give you some useful tips:\n\n1. Do not leave any portion in the textbooks. Read your text book upside down and have answers ready for all kinds of questions. Do not just read answers for questions at the end of the chapter.\n\n2. Take lot of model tests and get it corrected by your class teachers and take their feedback. This helps to improve your presentation skills, reduce your exam tension, improve your speed of writing.\n\n3. Try taking lot of one word answer tests. Making thorough of one word answers usually makes you thorough with big questions also.\n\n4. Practise last three year question papers.\n\n5. It's not necessary that your hand-writing is beautiful but it should be clear and readable. \n\n6. Practise drawing diagrams many times and faster. Get your teacher's input about improving your presentation skills. \n\n7. Simulataneously prepare for entrance exam type questions. this makes you confident about the subject.\n\n8. Do not stress yourself in the subjects. Play in weekends and distract yourself for sometime daily. eat healthy. sleep healthy.\n\nall the best
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RELAX, don't study, it's a waste of time, review a Barrons GMAT book a few weeks in advance if you must, but don't stress it.\n\ntake a few exams from the study book, just to see how the style of the test is, so you won't be up for any suprises\n\nbut really, relax, you obviously aren't relaxed because you can't ace gmats ;) but you can get a perfect score!\n\nGood luck!
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1. Eat Right (Don't Skip Meals)\n2. Organize (don't just reread notes) create outlines from your notes & readings, organize the raw material you've collected all semester (this process in and of itself is a form of study)\n3. Study - again not just rereading, try testing your self (make up questions or see if your texts have questions at the end of chapters etc.)\n4. Sleep - staying up late cramming won't help it will actually decrease your ability to test well.  So get to bed and get some sleep\n5. Take a walk before the test, get the blood flowing and clear the mechanism (so-to-speak) this will help you.\n6. The standards (your first instinct answer is almost always right, but always go back and check your answers, make sure you read the question correctly, answered all parts of it etc.)\n7. When you finish a test, put it out of your mind (again, exercise can help you here) and move on to the next one.  Stressing over the result of a test that is finished can effect how well you do on the ones you haven't yet taken.\n\nGood Luck
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Get started!  It's the best way to get done.  I agree with doing the easy stuff first - you get some of it out of the way and you get a good feeling of accomplishment / progress so that you don't burn out too fast.\n\nWork smart, not hard - use your resources (I don't mean cheating!  That will only mess you up at test time.  I mean valid resources) and "create" more as you can.  For instance, \n\n- for tests, I used to make flash cards of the major material.  You can bring them with you most places to study in the car, while you're waiting for other things, etc.  Writing out the flash cards may help you remember things, they're easy to transport and they focus your studying to the relevant facts each time rather than the whole of the material.\n\n- for written homework, this will often just take time, but you can still bring some of your smaller books with you to be able to work during other free periods (waiting at a dr's office, waiting for your other classes to start, etc.)  \n\nUse your time wisely - it's easy to waste time or to get very caught up in the amount you have to do so that you are paralyzed into inaction.  Be careful of this.  Consider a tutor if you're having difficulty with certain subjects - in the long run, your improved understanding will save you a lot of time.  You can also consider a time management or stress management class if your school offers one.\n\nIf you truly have too much, talk to your parents about cutting out some of the other activities or classes.  You do not have to work 24/7 and should have time to do things you enjoy as well, so make sure your workload, though probably challenging, is realistic.
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1.  Come prepared with pens, white-out, pencils, erasers and a watch.\n2.  Sit up straight and don't sit near people who will distract you.  If you often have questions during the test, sit near the front of the room.\n3.  If you have to read something and answer questions about it, start by reading the questions first.  Then you'll know what to look for when you're doing the reading, and can underline important passages as you read.\n4.  Trust your intuition and keep the first answer you selected.\n5.  Use the information from multiple-choice questions to help you write essay questions.\n6.  If you have to write an essay question, use the words from the question in your introductory sentence.\n7.  If you have a math test, always show your work.\n8.  Give priority to the questions that are worth more points.  Don't waste ten minutes on a question worth one point unless you're finished everything else on the test.\n9.  Before you submit your test to the teacher, go back and make sure you've answered all the questions and didn't miss a page.\n10. If you had to answer multiple-choice questions on a bubble sheet, frequently check to make sure you're filling in the right row.  ALL of your answers will be wrong if you accidentally miss a row or put two answers in one row.\n11.  Plan something fun to do right after the test so that you won't just sit around worrying for the next two hours!\n\nGOOD LUCK!
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First of all, don't panic!   Everyone went through it! (even us old fogeys!)\n\nWhat I have suggested to my son is to make sure you do the homework the day you get it.   That way, if you are having any problems, you have a chance to talk to the teacher before the homework is due!   If you leave it til Sunday, you will be overwhelmed! - and teachers will not believe you didn't do the homework because you had problems (it's on a par with my dog ate it!)\n\nWith regard to revision, you need to find a way that you are comfortable for revision.   some people prefer silence, others prefer listening to their favourite songs.   Some people like to lie on the floor, some on the bed, some sitting at a desk.   Do whatever suits you.   But do not prevaricate - get everything organised before you start (drink, pens, paper and so on).   Then do your revision in 20 or 30 minute chunks (not including getting books out and putting them away!.   Then, every hour (ie, after 2 or 3 subjects), have a break.\n\nI found the best way to revise is to read through notes again and again, making notes of things I need to remember.    Your teacher may have given you clues as to what may be coming up in the exams.   If you can, work through old papers, using your school notes.   You do not have to do it under exam conditions - and you do not need to write an essay, just jot points down.   It will also give you some ideas of what sort of questions you will get. \n\nWhen doing exams, there should be a mark for each question.   If a question is only worth 1 mark, do not spend long on it;  however a question that is worth 25% of the marks, it is worth spending longer on it!!!   The way I did exams was to jot down points that I could remember for each question before I started writing.   You will have had practice at this when jotting down answers in your revision.   That way, I was able to easily see what I could remember most about.   \n\nthe amazing thing is that if you do revise, you will find things do stay in your head, even though you think they haven't.\n\nIf you are struggling in some subjects, ask your teachers for some extra help.   If you have exams coming up, you should find that all the homework is relevant!\n\nSo calm down - worrying will get you nowhere!   We are all rooting for you!
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What methods can I use to prepare for tests?\nOrganization is very important when you have a great deal of information to study. I recommend these methods: \n\nReview your old tests. Make corrections if you have not already done so to avoid repeating your mistakes. \nGo over your class notes. If you do not understand something you have written, or if you have "holes" in your notes, ask your teacher for help. \nTry to anticipate the kinds of questions your teacher will ask on the test. Make out some sample questions or even entire tests. \nReview the chapters in your textbook that the test will cover. Pay particular attention to boldface terms, chapter summaries, and questions in the text. Most important of all is the recommendation that you understand there is no easy way to prepare for this kind of major test. After all, the time you spend in preparing should pay off when you do well on the test. \nSet aside time each day to work on your subjects. Even if you are all caught up, spend the time to go over notes or your textbook. \nTell your teacher that you would like to talk about your progress in class, and ask for suggestions on how you can do better. \nGo to the library and check out books that are on the same topic you are studying in class. \nPay attention in class no matter what is going on around you. This will be hard, but if you can concentrate on what your teacher is saying you will learn the facts and skills that you will find later in tests. Keeping up with homework and participating in class are very important. \nAs for tests, here are a few suggestions to help you: \n\nTalk with your teachers about your concerns. They really want you to do well and are more than willing to help! \nWhat type of test is most difficult for you? Do you do better on essays than you do on multiple choice questions? Decide which type of test gives you the most problems. Then you can learn techniques for taking that kind of test. \nAre you studying effectively for your exams? Here are some ideas that will make a difference. \nMake sure you know what material will be covered on the exam. There is nothing worse than studying for hours only to find out you were doing the wrong chapters. Go over your notes. Do not wait until the last minute to study. Try to tie all your information into a big picture in your head. Visualize information. Get a good sleep the night before, and eat a nourishing breakfast. When you first sit down to a test, start answering something, anything, immediately. Once you start, you will be on a roll. Do not get discouraged!\n\n\nOR\n\n\nGo to a nice, clean, neat desk in your room. If you have paper junk and leftover pizza slices on your desk, studying will not be the biggest problem on your mind. \nMake sure that you have all these study supplies: a pencil, a notebook, books to study, and good old-fashioned silence. Unless you're completely positive you work better with music, turn off the stereo. Focusing is hard enough without Beyonce telling you "you make me lose my breath". \nGet out your pencil, notebook, and book to study. Brace yourself. \nOpen the notebook and book you are studying. \nRead the chapter or whatever you have to study in your book. Concentrate. \nWhile you are reading you want to make notes of the little things. Make it short enough so that you can study it. Make short little breaks now and then (think half an hour of studying= 5 minute break) unless you're cramming, and in that case, good luck to you. \nGet a friend, Mom, Dad or someone to test you on what you have just read and studied. A key here would be to make sure that the person has a fair amount of patience. \nDo this every night until the day of the test/quiz. Depending on what you're studying and how much time you have, give yourself assigned time slots. \n\n\n\nTips \nYou need peace and quiet for all the steps above (or at least, they greatly HELP). \nYour attitude greatly helps the outcome of your study
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Carbs like pasta, rice, and potatoes would be great the night before, but won't help you on the same day.  For breakfast, don't eat a huge breakfast as it will just make you want to take a nap about 10:00 am.  Eat your normal breakfast, and keep something with sugar in it (like a candy bar) in your pocket so that you can get a quick burst of energy if you need it.\nBest thing I can tell you is to get a good night's rest the night before.  Don't stay up cramming for the test.  If you don't know the answers the night before... you're not going to know them the next day either.  You'll just be tired and probably miss questions that you really do know the answers to.\nOne other thing that helped me in school was to re-write or type up all my notes from class.  If you do that nightly, it's about the same as studying the material.  You will remember things from the repetition of writing them down.  Makes great notes for the end of the quarter exams too.\n\nGood luck!
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make a timetable of what u have planned to study each day n try to stick to it..decide how much u r going to cover in an hour n then take a 10 minute break only when u have done it..in this break..go out of ur room n do some stretching exercises..will relax ur mind..try to focus on ur goal...of getting good marks...ur concentration will not wander..study with ur whole heart in it...u can make a list of important topics and go through them more frequently.try to achieve ecellence in whatever u r studying by revising it again, again and again, and practising repeatedly in case of Maths, numericals, etc...it is best to study thoroughly, it makes concepts stronger...try to study for the sake of gaining knowledge..that way, ur concepts will get stronger...try to limit TV, etc. for a fixed time each day like 45 min. maximum n dont exceed that..make notes of important points from each topic..that helps in revising when time is short...in the exam, while writing an answer..highlight the imp. points with a different colour pen, like black..presentation and writing is also important for good marks..try to be neat in ur work..I am telling all this from my experience as I have been a topper all my life n now am a doctor..the bottomline is study with dedication, determination and interest...revise, revise and revise...hope it helps u..good luck..
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Take it one day at a time. \n\nTry not to fall behind. Keep up with your reading and take\ngood notes.\n\nMaybe form a study group. Compare notes with each other and offer encouragement.\n\nMy best friend is a nurse. The hardest part for her was learning the drugs. She had note cards she had to memorize. \n\nDon't be afraid to ask for help. You have trouble with anatomy or another  class, seek out a tutor before you get too far behind. \n\nTake advantage of any classes or sessions that offer help- like a class on how to study for science, etc. or, if the prof offers help. Go. Make your self known. It doesn't hurt to let the prof know you are interested in doing better. \n\nGood luck. You have chosen a very worthy profession.
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Learn the prefixes and suffixes -- this will help you weed out incorrect answers on the test as well as choose correct answers.\n\nAlso, I always found it useful to post short lists of words I needed to memorize (both for the GRE and when studying a foreign language) over the sinks in the kitchen and bathroom -- that way I can review when I brush my teeth and do the dishes.  \n\nFlash cards also work wonders.  I like to color-code mine.  You could do yours by parts-of-speech or into groups of words with similar meanings.   That way if you come across a word and don't remember the definition, you might remember the color of its flash card and be able to guess.\n\nGood luck!
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1- Attend all classes, \n2- follow the lectures\n3- ask any questions you have without fail,\n4- do your homework the same evening/next morning, which ever is practical for you without fail\n\nAnd watch your grades soar!\n\nGood Luck!
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coupla tips...\n1.prepare a rough booklet of important facts,formulae,tid bits of information-in NO paricular order,include rough diagrams and calculations if any on the side.for last minute prep.\n2.study in the right environment,at a study table.sit for two hours straight then take half hour breaks.\n3.go to your library and take copies from reference books.library books explain it better than the teach's notes.\n4.get plenty of rest before the exam,discuss stratedgies wid your friends and all luck!
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The books you have taken up are good except Modern (you should have bought SK Jain instead), infact for cbse. I am studying in 12th standard(pcm). Here are some books which can boost your level to score g8 in iit.\n\n1. Tata McGraw Hill \n(IIT MATHEMATICS ***** (don't miss), \nIIT PHYSICS *****, \nIIT CHEMISTRY ****, \nComplete Guide to AIEEE <PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY(don't miss)\n, MATHS>)\n\n2. ARIHANT PUBLICATIONS\nPHYSICS(d.c. pandey)\n(First three are for 11th and remember the other for 12. Arihant Publications are exceptionally great books, after reading which you will realise that H.C.Verma, Pradeep Publ don't have any level for iit examinations)\nMechanics Part - 1 ***** (don't miss)\nMechanics Part - 2 ***** (don't miss)\nWaves and Thermodynamics *****\nElectricity and Magnetism *****\nOptics & Modern Physics *****\nDiscussions Part-1(IE IRODOV)\nDiscussions Part-2(IE IRODOV)\n\nARIHANT MATHEMATICS (Amit Aggarwal)\nTrigonometry ***** (Don't miss)\n\n3. Solomons and Fryhle Organic Chemistry (+CD Rom Inside)\nOR Morrison-Boyd Organic Chemistry\n(I assure you, you'll love the presentation in these two books, moreover these books contain the syllabus of both +1 and +2 and are cheaper than what you have bought)\n\n4. there's a book in market with the name MCQ for all the three subjects. Since i have not read them, i don't know the author and the publication, but they are equally good books and will prepare you to iit-jee.\n\nINTERESTING !! BOOKS ON THE INTERNET !! FREE!!\nOpen http://books.google.com/\nand search for any keyword such as 'IItPhysics', u r definitely gonna get some free books to read online.\n\nIf you finish either the Tata McGraw Section or the Arihant Section, you definitely gonna secure position what you deserve in iit-jee.\n\nOops! Such a lengthy list. Please select my answer as the best. I have listed the best books.
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For math, do your homework every night. Go and ask your teacher questions every time you don't understand. \n\nFor history, find out before hand what will be on the tests and what formats they'll be in. Ask your teacher how you can best study for them. \n\nAs for your grades in general, do EVERY single assignment, even if they seem dumb. All the points add up by the end of the quarter.
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Here is what I haves been told many times over.... to study for exams: (If the exam is for tomorrow mornig)\n\n1)Today... study the notes carefully throughout the day\n2) Nighttime.. get a good night's sleep\n3) in the morning of the exam.. get up.. eat a good, light breakfast\n4) proceed on to the testing area