The key factor to become an effective student and perform better in academics is learning how to study in a smart way. Many successful students achieve their accomplishment in studies by developing and following the effective study habits. 1. Study at the same time If you try to study at the same time every day, then soon you will build up a routine that will end up being a perfect and well-planned part of your life. Studying at the same time will make you mentally prepared for your study session and you will become more productive. 2. Never miss a class or study session Attending all or most of your classes or study sessions is one of the best ways to improve your ability to perform better in exams. If you miss a class, you might risk missing the important work and essential assignments. These notes or assignments can be very helpful in studying and preparing for your class test and exams. There is an old saying – “You cannot step into the same river twice, for other waters are continually flowing on.” It is very similar with missing your classes or lectures at school because once you miss a class, it is gone forever. So get up, set up your goals and make your education work for you. 3. Take healthy meals to boost your brain power Feed and nourish your brain smartly and your brain will help you achieve better grades. Eating healthy food during exams is good for your physical as well as your mental health. Try to eat food that keeps you and your brain healthy and happy. Also avoid taking a heavy meal just before you begin to study as it will make you more sleepy and you will not be able to concentrate fully on your studies. 4. Get enough of good and sound sleep “Recent studies have shown that adequate sleep is essential to feeling awake and alert, maintaining good health and working at peak performance. New research also highlights the importance of sleep in learning and memory. Students getting adequate amounts of sleep performed better on memory and motor tasks than did students deprived of sleep.”, says Dr. Epstein MD, medical director of Sleep Health Centers in Brighton. Proper rest is essential because when you sleeps properly, your mind boost the information and knowledge you have learned during the day. So, the better you sleep, the better you perform in your academics. Here are some tips for Students to sleep better & improve academic performance. 5. Start with the most difficult subject first As subject or topic which is most difficult will demand the most mental effort and energy from you. So always try to start with the subjects that you think are very difficult. Once you complete the most difficult task or assignment, you will get a feeling of satisfaction and it will become easy for you to complete the rest of your work.
Activity 12 & Assessment 12 ACTIVITY 12 Make a list of your “Top 5 Tips/ Secrets for Studying” based on your personal experiences/ preferences. Write your answer on the space provided below. 1. I always highlight and search the unfamiliar words I encounter when I am reading at my books and I tried to make my own sentence so that I can understand the word. 2. Manage my time so I don't rush things, and I do as early all the task to prevent procrastination. 3. I study in a comfortable environment so I can focus and easily understand the lesson and past all my task earlier. 4. Don't rush things, understanding what you're actually studying is better rather than memorizing it. If I only memorize it, it's highly likely to be forgotten easily. 5. I don't pressure myself, even though sometimes it’s hard to understand the lesson still I am willing to learn because studying can be fun if I actually willing to learn and I believe we can do all things if we have a courage to learn. ASSESSMENT 12 Scenario: You are about to study for your final examinations, all your subjects provided at least three new reading materials and topics one week before the examination period. Create a diagram or schedule using at least five (5) of the metacognitive strategies, skills and studying techniques mentioned in this lesson on how you would prepare for the next seven (7) days before your final examinations. To prepare for my Final examination, I will begin to know the scope and limitations of my resources which is the provided reading materials and topics to the subjects, and I will do this on Monday. In Tuesday I will modify my strategy in comprehending my material so I can start myself in reviewing my subjects. Therefore, in Wednesday up to Thursday, I will be rehearsing, reviewing and studying all my previous lesson to all my subjects so that I can have a wider |