Form Six 2022
From Different Districts, Regions and Organisations in Tanzania
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Study Tips for your Final Exams
Take
Appropriate Care of Your Health
It is
extremely important to maintain good health in order to do your best in school.
Exercise regularly and set aside time to take breaks from studying and working.
Eat healthy foods to keep you energized and focused. Stick to a regular sleep
schedule; this is particularly important in the days and weeks preceding finals
week. Pulling all-night study sessions can easily result in low grades because
being tired will significantly affect your attention and comprehension. Make it
a point to relax with friends regularly and participate in non-academic
activities to avoid getting burned out; to this effect.
Take
Breaks
Give
your brain and body a chance to refresh so you can approach the material with
energy and focus. According
to Oxford Learning, “for every 30 minutes you study, take a short
10–15-minute break to recharge. Short study sessions are more effective and
help you make the most of your study time.” So, stand up, stretch your legs,
and get some fresh air before getting back to the books.
Don’t
Cram – Start Early
Do
yourself a huge favor and make a habit of start studying early on in the
semester. Spend at least one hour per week reviewing class notes. Highlight all
the areas that are important, and look back at the syllabus to narrow down the
key areas you’ll need to get a handle on. By simply going over all your class
notes, you’ll get a good overview of the specific areas you should start
studying. This will also provide your mind with a good summary of everything
you’ve been learning this semester.
Make
the Most of Class Time
Attend
all class sessions, pay close attention to the lectures, and take notes in a
way that makes sense for you. The goal is to be able to understand your notes
when you review them later.
“Taking
good notes means you pay more attention during class,” suggests Oliver, a
Chinese international student at the University of
Kansas. “When you prepare for the test, it will be really helpful.”
And if something does not make sense, raise your hand and ask, or make a note
to follow up with your professor or teacher assistant.