Study Tip Archive - April, 2007
"The problem of when to study is critical. A good rule of thumb is that studying should be carried out only when you are rested, alert, and have planned for it. Last minute studying just before a class is usually a waste of time."
Alex Nachatilo
Student, 9th Grade
Spearfish, South Dakota, USA
April 30, 2007
"A good study time is when you have a lot of energy so you'll pay more attention."
Kyle J.
Student, 8th Grade
Lamont, Alberta, Canada
Apr 30, 2007
"If you have a hard time comprehending a certain subject, turn to other resources such as magazines, encyclopedias, etc. Also, a full-time schedule helps you stay on track, and it can help you go to bed at a decent time (if you have a decent time on your schedule, of course.)"
Alicia Adams
Student, 8th Grade
San Antonio, Texas, USA
April 28, 2007
"Concentration is the key to success while preparing for an examination."
Raja S.
Student, Second MBA
Madurai, India
April 26, 2007
"Read your notes!"
Hana Kaleb
Student
Dublin, Ireland
April 26, 2007
"Self-trust is the most important thing."
Meiling Li
Student, 10th Grade
Changsha, China
April 26, 2007
"Just go to your teacher and say to her/him what you really don't get! Do not be afraid if you he/she does not like you. Just go up to them and say what you don't get."
Stevie C.
Student, 6th Grade
Eastchester, New York, USA
April 25, 2007
"Start studying about half a year before the tests. But the week before the test, go on holiday and relax. After all, its only a test!"
Tess Coopeey
Student, 8th Grade
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
April 25, 2007
"Studying can be hard and I know that because I have to study a lot for my Ohio achievement tests. So if you need help do a little at a time. Study for about 1 hour to 1:30 mins. Take notes in class and pay more attention. I hope my tips are helpful to you and remember to study a little at a time."
Breanne B.
Student, 4th Grade
Cincinatti, Ohio, USA
April 25, 2007
"Work harder, smarter."
Emma Xu
Student, 7th Grade
Newcastle, Great Britain
April 25, 2007
"I really like to work with my family because they really help me. I make sure I do not spend too much time revising my notes or doing my homework. My school ends each day at 12:30. Eight hours is always enough time for me to do everything and get to bed by 8:30."
Hattie Beumont
Student, 8th Grade
London, Great Britain
April 25, 2007
"Hey you kids out there! I think you should have an aim like I tell my kids to have!"
Simon Mann
Parent
New York City, New York, USA
April 25, 2007
"Sing study songs in the shower. For example, half the sum of the parallel sides, times the distance between them, is the way you calculate the area of a trapezium. Sing this to the tune of 'Pop Goes the Weasel.' Make up your own study songs. This way you are studying whilst having fun!"
Susan Lippit
Student, 8th Grade
London, Great Britain
April 25, 2007
"Play lots of sports and go to lots of parties. Then the night before you have a test have an aroma therapy massage along with some therapeutic music. Have the masseuse read aloud some notes you made. Then when you are taking the test, think of the music and the information will come flooding back to you. Well, it works for me and all my friends and all their friends. We do it together as a fun night out!"
Jane Hoggins
Student, 8th Grade
London, Great Britain
April 25, 2007
"Study when you have free time. Just do it then instead of saying I have loads of time later. Something is sure to come up later and you will put studying off. Do it now and you will have extra time later!"
Sima K.
Student
London, Great Britain
April 25, 2007
"Firstly, keep away from all distractions such as cell phone, iPod, and TV. Then use a technique in which you visualize what you are studying, then imagine what it actually is, then try to make an answer in your own words. Then use your textbook to improve your vocabulary. Note: This technique only in theory subjects."
Zaheer Baig
Graduate Student, Ramaiah Institute of Technology
Bangalore, India
April 25, 2007
"We all have our own style of learning, try to find your way and then stick by that! A good Study Technique is usually based on the trial and error process. Always remember that study techniques are very subjective, what might work for your friend might not work for you and vice versa."
Adam Abderisak
Administrator
Gothenburg, Sweden
April 25, 2007
"Study with a clock!"
Justin M.
Student, 11th Grade
London, Kentucky, USA
April 24, 2007
"When it is time to study you need to turn off your cell phone or anything else. When you are studying, you need your own personal space and no one to interrupt you. For example, if one of your friends comes to your house asking if you can play, don't stop studying. Tell your friend 'No, I can't. I'm studying for a really important test. Talk to you later.' Tell your friends you are studying and need quiet time."
Mercedes Young
Student, 7th Grade
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
April 24, 2007
"If you are nervous about a test, then don't think about it too much and you'll do great."
Ashton A.
Student
Greenville, Tennessee, USA
April 24, 2007
"Eat a good breakfast, fruits, and vegetables. Then you can learn a lot!"
Mike D.
Student, 6th Grade
Greeneville, Tennessee, USA
April 24, 2007
"If it is a multiple choice question, 'X' out the answers you know are wrong."
Kathy S.
Student, 5th Grade
Greensboro, Minnesota, USA
April 23, 2007
"Do not hold back. Ask for help!"
Monique Baker-Randolph
Student, 5th Grade
Benton Harbor, Michigan, USA
April 23, 2007
"Have fun and pretend it is not an assignment. Pretend it is something you love to do."
Monique Baker-Randolph
Student, 5th Grade
Benton Harbor, Michigan, USA
April 23, 2007
"Go to the library, pick up a book, and read."
Stephen Polk
Student, 6th Grade
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
April 20, 2007 10.16
"Create your own workspace."
Mike Pender
Teacher
La Canada, California, USA
April 20, 2007
"I always study in the same surroundings. Same place, same time, with
or without music, etc. It helps me to remember what I learned."
Kirsten R.
Student, 9th Grade
Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA
April 19, 2007
"Be focused. Don't be distracted by a boyfriend because he is only for a time now. Your education comes first. Making your parents proud is the best thing you will ever do in your life to show your appreciation for their being there for you and always guiding you and paying your school bills, etc. Remember, be focused and speak out for your rights."
Cassita Prince
Student, 11th Grade
Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
April 18, 2007
"You should be physically, mentally, and emotionally focused. Try to stay alert to what you read. Be positive and tell yourself 'This is fun and I will learn something from it.' Learning never hurts."
Jennivie Rulete Peter
College Student
Philippines
April 18, 2007
"When you have brothers and sisters close your bedroom door and maybe turn on some music if music doesn't bother you. Then just focus on your work and study for at least an hour and then take a half hour break. Then go back and study for another hour and so on."
Jessica Beckley
Student, 9th Grade
Whittemore, Michigan, USA
April 17, 2007
"Go to the library! Turn the cell phone off. It is amazing how fast
you can advance in your studying than if you are home, even if you turn off the
tv, radio, phone. If it is the middle of the night and you still haven't finished studying and you are falling asleep, GO TO REST! Sleep for a couple of hours and
wake up at 4-5 am to continue studying. After taking a shower you will be
surprised how much and how fast you can learn so early in the morning, and you
will retain more from what you studied one day before than if you do not sleep
at all. Just set up the alarm clock so you do not oversleep so you can finish
what you need for the test."
Maria H.
Parent
Knoxville, Tennessee
April 17, 2007
"I am only in year eight and have school every single day of the week. This means more homework than I can handle. My tip is practice, practice, practice, and more PRACTICE, trying to avoid TV and the computer. Buy books or ask for extra tutoring. It really helped me and I improved a lot. So just sit down and do work, work, WORK. If you are on holiday you might as well work too. But try to eat healthy and become active to have the strength to do the impossible!"
Maria Zhang
Student, 8th Grade
Melbourne, Australia
April 17, 2007
"Sometimes use a perfume (not too strong) and spray it while you are studying for a test. Then the day of your test, use that same perfume and you will remember what you studied! IT WORKS FOR ME AND MY FRIENDS!"
Lola T.W.
Student, 5th Grade
Brazil
April 16, 2007
"I try and make up my own test, and then take it. It really gets things into your mind."
Katie C.
Student, 6th Grade
Carmel, California, USA
April 16, 2007
"Why put off until tomorrow what you can do today?"
Terance Smith
Student, 6th Grade
indianapolis, Indiana, USA
April 16, 2007
"Read the subject carefully."
Isha W.
Student, 7th Grade
Vestavia, Alabama, USA
April 16, 2007
"I study often and in the times I have vacant time. Studying is my habit for me to mature. This helps me to improve my reading/writing skills. For instance, I should really focus on my topic and just be relaxed or concentrate in my studying for me to understand."
Gerald Abaday
Student, Freshman
Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines
April 15, 2007
"I find that concentration in studying, or any academic activity, for that matter, is key. In order to get studying, writing an essay, etc. done, I make sure I do not get out of my chair. This gets rid of all distractions, like getting to up watch TV or get food, and almost always guarantees that I will focus on what I am supposed to do and get the job done."
Chris F.
Student, 11th Grade
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
April 15, 2007
"Guys, when studying the first thing you have to do is say to yourself today I am going to study and state your goal and know why you want to study. Make a timetable for yourself and study in short bursts every day. I sometimes get a chapter of science done in four hours a night. Enjoy what you are doing. Use mnemonics a lot. Try to find what kind of learner you are. There are 3 types of learners. They are kinesthetic, auditory, and visual learners. If you find what kind of learner you are it will be much easier for you to learn and study and you will enjoy it more."
Mahmut Aytekin
Student, 10th Grade
Melbourne, Australia
April 15, 2007
"I am a very visual person and when I decided to go back to school, I
wanted anything I knew I would go back to often to be easily accessible. I found colored adhesive tabs for all of my books, including my notes that I could label in my words and get to easily during class and during tests. It has helped me tremendously."
Cheryl Werkmeister
Student, Freshman
Troy, Michigan, USA
April 14, 2007
"Hi, my name is Jordyn and one important tip everyone should do is never give up and study until you know it by heart."
Jordyn Zeiba-Peoples
Student, 5th Grade
Taunton, Massachusettes, USA
April 14, 2007
"Practice with as many past papers as possible. If you don't know the answer, look for it your textbooks and notes."
Safa I.
Student, 12th Grade
Colombo, Sri Lanka
April 13, 2007
"Take notes about coming events on stick-it paper, and then stick the info on your locker or binder!"
Alison Hughs
Student, 7th Grade
Denver, Colorado, USA
April 13, 2007
"Do not learn by heart. You should understand first and you should also know the main points. Talk with yourself. Be the teacher yourself. I mean explain to yourself on a white board or on a paper. Work according to your syllabus."
Suraj Motee
Student, A level
Long Mountain, Mauritius
April 13, 2007
"I believe you should get a copy of your syllabus and then summarize according to the points needed to know. Why study what you do not need to know."
Sherri I.
Student, 11th Grade
Canberra, Australia
April 13, 2007
"Study English."
Le Quocduy
Student
Ho Chi Min City, Vietnam
April 12, 2007
"Read your notes through at least twice to get the full understanding. Then from what you have read try putting it in your own words. That way you can easily remember the information you have read."
Chrissonia Clarke
Student, 11th Grade
Portland, Jamaica
April 12, 2007
"When I study, I go on AIM and review things with my friends. It's a
really fun way to study. It also can be a lot more fun than studying by
yourself."
Holly E.
Student, 8th Grade
St. Louis, Missouri, USA
April 12, 2007
"If you are in need to study vocabulary, flashcards are the way to go. Also, if you are a visual learner, flashcards help too."
Madison A.
Student, 12th Grade
Charleston, South Carolina, USA
April 12, 2007
"When you need to study any topic, manage your time as follows:
(a) have enough time to read the topic
(b) give yourself time to understand what your read
(c) make time to revise what you read."
Mohamed Salah
Second year medical student
Ismalia, Egypt
April 11, 2007
"Try to learn your perfect environment for studying. Many people find it easier to read in an environment that others don't. I myself have a friend who loves to read with heavy metal music. And he is also a good student. That is why you should pick a suitable place for reading. Use a big space to read. Use a big table for making notes. Many people like to read in the garden, roof, or an open place. That's why you should pick a good place for you and start reading. The environment influences your study."
Justin Junaid
Student, S.S.C
Dhaka, Bangladesh
April 11, 2007
"I am a student from Taiwan and I go to an American school. We have lots of tests there and I always study by going over my homework and doing it again. Or maybe I just look over my notes for a period of time."
Jerry L.
Student, 6th Grade
Shanghai, China
April 11, 2007
"If you want to do well in an exam, you must study hard and regularly. Before an exam, you must check the problems first. Then you must remember not to panic. You must try to bring out the best of yourself. Keep faith in your own worth. Try to answer the best. Just think that you can do it."
Justinian I.
Student, O level
Christchurch, New Zealand
April 11, 2007
"I read and make some cards to study. In some cases, I make a summary. For math, I go over most of the problems I saw in class."
Jose Lopez
Student, Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA
April 11, 2007
"Study days before the test or quiz."
DaMonique M.
Student, 12th Grade
Memphis, Tennessee, USA
April 10, 2007
"What I do to study is I use note cards. I find this a lot easier than
any other way possible. If you are a visual learner this is for you. You can use
different colors so that you remember things from the colors. I don't know if
this will work for you but it works for me."
Brittany Thornton
Student, 10th Grade
Dayton, Ohio, USA
April 10, 2007
"Always pay good attention in class so you could take good notes so
you could have them if you are going to take a test and you could study
the notes too."
Rickey Smith
Student, 4th Grade
Evanston, Illinois, USA
April 9, 2007
"Study must come first!"
Chen C.
Student, 12th Grade
Anqing, China
April 8, 2007
"I read a whole paragraph and once I understand it, I write small points about it and review them frequently. I solve as many problems as possible and review questions from past tests to make sure I will be able to answer questions on a test of a similar level. I try to cover all the topics. In case there is no time, I just read a few chapters one or two times."
Lakshmi V.
Student, Professional
Hyderabad, India
April 8, 2007
"You should breathe deeply before you start to take the BIG test like the SAT or ISTEP. Take a lot of notes about the test. Ask your teacher if she can help you get a tutor to help you study for the test."
A. R.
Student, High School Senior
Muncie, Indiana, USA
April 7, 2007
"When you have a big test such as an exam, have someone make up some questions for you that might be on the test. I had my grandma ask me questions
about my history and i do struggle in History and I got an A- on my test."
Jessica B.
Student, 9th Grade
Whittemore, Michigan, USA
April 6, 2007
"When I want to study I say to myself, 'Mark, you don't want to be doing this ALL night.' I have ADD and it is hard to focus. Doing this reminds me of the reality of not focusing. You may want to try it. If you don't get it done, just be honest with your authority figure. They should or hopefully will understand and be human. We all have faults."
Mark H.
Student, 10th Grade
Oceanside, California, USA
April 5, 2007
"Study in a quiet place."
Gabrielle MacDonald
Student, 6th Grade
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
April 5, 2007
"Always focus. Never be distracted."
Sam Dedes
Student, 7th Grade
California, USA
April 3, 2007
"When you study a chapter for an exam, review it frequently until the time of the exam, even if the exam is a year away. You don't need to review the whole chapter, but you can review only the skeleton of the chapter. Use mnemonics to remember information presented in the form of numbers and other difficult information you frequently forget."
Ahmad Solaiman
Postgraduate Physician
Mansoura, Egypt
April 3, 2007
"When you study, try to study in a place where you won't get
distracted by things like a TV, phones, or a computer (unless you need to use
the computer to study). If you do use a computer for studying, DON'T LOSE FOCUS. If you go on the computer to do a research paper, don't end up playing
solitaire. There's a big chance that you would not do good on the paper. And also, if you are the kind of person who likes to procrastinate, try to plan something like going to the movies after you study. That way you would want to get studying over with and you would actually do it, even though its just because you want to do something afterwards. At least you are done."
Sarah C.
Student, 7th Grade
Freeport, New York, USA
April 2, 2007
"When taking a test:
1. Review the entire test looking to see how many points each problem is worth.
2. Begin each problem:
a. Read it fully without writing anything down - writing information down before you read the entire problem tends to lead to assumptions about the problem and missed information.
b. Highlight key information.
c. Write down key information.
d. Begin to solve the problem.
e. Move on if you struggle at all.
f. Check time and move swiftly; don't take an extraordinary amount of time on any particular problem.
3. Review the test and make sure you put your name on it."
Brad Ahrens
Student, College
Issaquah , Washington, USA
April 2, 2007
"Write the thing to study repeatedly on a sheet of paper about 25-40 times."
Joan K.
Student, OLJH
Lake Elmo, Michigan, USA
April 1, 2007
"Patience and perseverance are the essentials for success in an
examination."
Raja S.
Student, Second MBA
Madurai, India
April 1, 2007
"Always try to read in a comfortable place. If you read in a uncomfortable place you'll lose attention and that won't help you study. While taking notes choose a big table. I myself use a computer table with big space and shelves. Play music if it helps you to concentrate but not on high volume."
Justinian I.
Student, O level
Christchurch, New Zealand
April 1, 2007
