All students learn, read and study to write examination. Studying for an examination should be more than just a cramming session; successful studying is an ongoing process that begins in the first day of classes and it involves managing your time and learning effectively. It also involves developing a foundation for pre-exam review. The exam supposed to show the intelligence of the students on paper. African educational system puts more effort on final exam than continuous assessment test. It is 70:30 ratios. That is why students read extensively and tirelessly for final exam. However, the strength of a student goes beyond the exam. As for you, do not read for examinations; read for life consumption. To pass examination, it starts from your mind perceptive. Some fail before they failed. Cowardice dies many times before his death. You need to believe in yourself, your reading and God. However, in my research I got some strategies to prepare and pass examinations from an online page (paraphrased). It actually guides on examination preparations (the points were paraphrased for student’s consumptions). This site outlines several tips and strategies that students can use to enhance their studying during university, secondary or primary school time.
Review material regularly
Before you can begin studying for an exam, good study habits begin much earlier in the term or semester. To effectively study, it is essential you review regularly the material from lectures, seminars and textbooks in a consistent fashion. Get into the habit of reviewing your notes daily. As eat daily so you must read your notes.
Reviewing your notes weekly
At the end of each week, go through your notes for all of your classes to ensure you understand the content. Rewrite any lecture/class notes if they are too muddled or disorganized. Organize your notes into binders or file folders. Ensure the notes are placed in sequence with other notes. Make summary notes on the important concepts and information. Look at how the material covered relates to the course as a whole. This is summary of reading. Make it your habit.
Identifying when you need help for long before the exam
Getting into the habit of asking questions, going to see the professor or class teacher or seeking out friends to help you understanding something that is difficult is wise action as student. Do this long before the examinations come closer, to avoid rush hour tutorial.
Identify examination essentials
Before you can conduct any meaningful studying, you must first define the scope of the exam. You need to determine what knowledge and skills are being evaluated. Gather as much information about the exam as you can. Although it's not appropriate to ask specifically what will be asked on the exam, there is nothing wrong with requesting or finding out the following:
• What does the course outline say about the exam and the focus of this course?
• How much is the exam worth in terms of a percentage of your final mark?
• Is this a required course you need to get into next class or higher institution?
• What mark would you like to get in this course? What results will you need on this particular test or exam to achieve that mark?
• Which lectures, readings, assignments and problems could be part of the exam?
• Is there a greater focus on the textbook, lectures or both?
• How much of the term or semester’s content is covered by the exam (the whole term/semester or just before the Continuous Assessment Tests)?
• For problem-solving classes, will formulas be provided or do they need to be memorized. Can you take in your own formula sheet to the exam?
• Are there any materials you will need to bring to the exam (e.g., calculator)?
• Are the teachers or the professor going to give a review session before the examination?
• Is there a Supported Learning Group (tutorial class/group discussion) for this course?
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