I'm now a sophomore in high school, and I feel like I'm finally understanding how I need to study to be successful in my classes. So, these tips may or may not work for you, but I hope these can help someone!
1) Find a "focused space"
This doesn't neccessary have to be an actual place, but rather a state of mind. When you're studying, find a routine that helps you ne productive. This can involve music, grabbing a snack, stretching, sipping a hot drink, or really anything you want! You can do something similar for tests by finding a quiet way to ground yourself if you get too stressed out. Personally, I like to close my eyes and do a few sets of 4-4-4-4 breaths.
2) Keep track of you work
Make sure to list out all of your homework assignments, either on paper or digitally. I use an app called myHomework. It's a student planner that let's you customize your classes and enter events into a calendar. The app also let's you set reminders for homework and events.
3) Be kind to your body
The night before a test, take care of yourself. One of my teachers always says, "If you don't know it by the night before, you don't know it!". Cramming the night before a test is more likely to confuse your brain than help you. Take some time to listen to music, take a bath, read a book, light some candles, go on a walk, or anything else that helps you relax. Go to bed early enough in order to get between 6 and 9 hours of sleep. If you can, make yourself a snack to eat before your test. Eating something small roughly an hour before a test will help ensure your brain is working at it's best.
4) Study with color
Adding color to your studying routine jas been shown to improve information retention. You can do this by using highlighters or colored pens with your notes and readings. Even in math, you can do different steps of a problem in different colors to help make sure you don't forget any steps.
5) Prepare consistently
If you know you have a test coming up in two weeks, start studying now! Don't wait until the last minute, because all that will do is stress you out. The hardest part is getting started. Try to take just a little time (no more than twenty minutes) and plan out your study schedule between now and the test.
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grace
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