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Deal with Exam Stress for your Final Exams
Take notes in class
Do not
just rely on your memory or your course book. Take your class time seriously by
taking notes summarizing what your teacher has said. If you are feeling exam
stress, you can review your notes; this will help you remember things that
happened in class that you didn't even take notes on, further giving you a
sense of mastery over your material.
- When
taking notes, focus on jotting down keywords and key ideas, rather than trying
to take dictation. Copying out the exact sentences is not as important as getting
down the main ideas.
- Review
your notes weekly. This will help you learn the material and transfer it to
long-term memory. When it comes time for the exam, you'll feel much better
prepared.
Know where you study best
Think
about the kinds of factors that allow you to be most comfortable and relaxed as
you prepare for your exam. When setting up a dedicated study
space:
- Track
the level of light in the room. Some people study better with light, others
study better in dimmer light.
- Examine
your work space. Decide whether you work better with a bit of clutter or if a
clean, fresh work space is what you prefer.
- Pay
attention to background noise. Does music help you concentrate or do you need a
quiet environment in which to study?
- Find an
alternate place to study such as a library or coffee shop. A change of scenery
can give you a fresh look at the material and also provide additional
resources.
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