Exam Tips: Science

Science is a very practical subject and is one where you need to understand and grasp the chapters and not memorize them. For this reason Science is a subject which must be studied throughout the year and not last minute. Here are a few tips to study for your science exam: 

1) Advanced Preparation: Start studying for your science exam before the course even begins. Purchase your textbooks and begin reading it like a story and not a subject, so by the time you semester starts you are already familiar with the work that needs to be done and have gained an advantage over the class.

2) Pay Attention: Write notes in every science class you take. Review every note you take until the night before the exam. Paying attention in class is very important as you only need to go home and revise then, you need not have to learn from scratch. 

3) Attend Practicals: Most science classes consist of a few labs across the year. Attend these without fail, as it helps you actually understand the things you are studying from your book. Take every science lab you do seriously. A science lab project gets you into the scientific mindset. You want to be in this mindset before the exam. Do your science labs like your life depend on it--even though it's a classroom controlled lab. Hands on knowledge of the scientific process makes science exam taking easy.

4) Study in a group: Get together with your friends taking the same science class and form a study group. This group can also include other students taking another science class under the same instructor. Assign a series of chapters per person; quiz each other based on these chapters. Use your study group as an oral practice run for your science exam.

5) Revise and Practice:  A week prior to your exam, make sure you are well versed with the subject and have had enough practice of theory as well as numerical sums to make sure you are ready for the exams. 

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E-Learning and Technology for Exam Studies

Gone are the days of mugging up answers without understanding, and gone are the old school days of teaching. The biggest game changer in education is definitely technology and E-Learning. With thousands of applications catering to every student’s need and some amazing CD-Rom's, studying could not be more interactive and fun as it is today. Here are a few examples of some really amazing things you can learn with the help of technology

      Your very own Virtual Greenhouse:

You can download this amazing application from: http://concord.org/activities/virtual-greenhouse

     

      Your very own Virtual Laboratory:

Although these are not substitutes for practical learning, they are amazing for understanding at home when there is no access to the lab or supplies.These are just a couple from thousands of apps and virtual education software's available and its a really interactive way to learn stuff.

Apart from apps and discs, teaching has evolved so much with technology. The use of slideshows, power point presentations, videos, images and innovative study techniques has taught students about so many different things, in ways which are so interesting that the child wants to learn. Even so-called boring subjects like history, is so much fun with videos, images and interactive stories.

Technology is available to you 24 x 7, with a single click, you can understand a concept you did not in class, you can learn with real life examples, you can gain excess knowledge and you can share with millions of others on the online platform. 

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Importance of Good Stationery

One of the best investments you can make while studying, is definitely some good stationery. Buying good stationery, is really helpful for learning the concepts, as well as maintaining a good speed of doing things. Having a good stock of quality stationery is really essential for students and here are some of the advantages: 

1) Avoids Time Waste: If you aren't stocked up on stationery, and you run out while at home, then you will have to again waste time in going to a shop, buying stuff and coming back. Why not buy it from advance, and save the time to study? 

2) Better Deals: Whenever you buy anything in bulk, you end up getting a better deal. Even when it comes to stationery, go to a wholesaler, buy in bulk for the year and save a lot of money in doing so. As they say, "A penny saved is a penny earned."

3) Higher Precision: Buying stationery from good brands, brings a very high level of precision and accuracy which is helpful for conceptual learning. 

4) Easier to handle: Good quality products are always easier to handle, and are much more efficient when used. 

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Top 10 Tips to Ace your exams

We've gone through a number of informative websites and research and come up with what we feel are the top 10 tips to ace your exams.

1)  Do All the Coursework – Ensure that before you start really studying for your exams, that you have all the readings, practice problems, and homework assignments complete!

2)  Create Mnemonics - Mnemonics are devices that can help you memorize formulas, key concepts, definitions, etc. A really basic example of a mnemonic is “B.E.D.M.A.S.” which stands for “Brackets, Exponents, Division, Multiplication, Addition, and Subtraction”.

3)  Make Study Guides for Each Exam - Know what class content will be covered on the exam and then go through the textbook, your class notes, and any other material and write down any information that you think may be on the exam (including: important concepts, definitions, and formulas). Reading and writing all of this information will help you memorize it faster.

4)  Make Flash Cards - Making flash cards can be time consuming, but they are helpful tools in remembering vocabulary, formulas, and key concepts. They are also easy to carry around with you so you can review them anytime.

5)  Quiz Yourself - To ensure that you are prepared for your exam, make a mock exam to
test how well you know the material. Write down a list of keywords or questions and
make sure to leave room underneath each one. Then, pretend that you’re taking the
exam and write down as much as you can.

6) Get Enough Sleep - College students who get a full night of sleep are more alert,
more focused and learn things easier than those who are sleep deprived. Especially
during the weeks preceding exams keep your sleep schedule as consistent as
possible.

7)  Set Exam Preparation Goals - Setting goals for yourself will help make sure that
you stay on track with your exam preparations (especially when you have more than
1 exam to study for). Be sure to print out your schedule for the weeks preceding
your exams and plan out when you are going to study! You’re more likely to be
productive if you have goals to achieve.

8)  Remember to Take Breaks - Studying for exams can be hard. You need to take short breaks to allow your brain to process and retain the information. Be sure to take short breaks, otherwise, it may be hard to go back to studying. When you begin studying again, review the material you have already studied, then, move on to something new.

9)  Don't Just Study Alone - Studying with other people can be a great way to enhance
what you learn while studying on your own. Not only will you learn new material with others, but also you can get some insight which you did not already have.

10)  Just keep it interesting, don't get bored. See if you can apply things to real life and constantly look for examples. If you are interested in what you're studying then you can learn much more and at a much faster rate.

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Memorizing and Learning Tips for Exams

There are various techniques that you can utilize for studying during the last week before the exams which can help you make the most of your time. A few of the techniques we think that could really help you with your exams are: 

1) Speed Reading:

a) Reading is the basis of all learning. Move your index finger as you read. This increases reading speed and enhances concentration.

b) Every sentence has two to four key words which contain the essence of the topic. Circle these words. They draw your attention to the gist and act as memory ticklers during revision. Key words save 60 per cent of your revision time.

c) Pinch yourself every time your mind wanders. The moment you realize you are day dreaming, start to read aloud and make tiny margin notes.

d) Avoid thinking about results, holidays or career options while studying.




2) Revising a chapter:

a) Use the above steps and run through the headings and sub headings to get a broader picture

b) Speed read the paragraphs, focus on key words

c) Recall/ recite the points loudly. Silent reading is faster but difficult portions must be read out loud. Use all your senses while learning i.e. eyes, ears, hands, mouth and the mind. This hammers the material in your memory. ‘Read-mark-recall-reread’ strategy can work wonders.

3) Fast and Frequent Revision Technique (FFRT): FFRT means speed reading through the material while focusing on the key words followed by recollection. This is to be done same day, next day and end of the week. By following this religiously, you will develop a strong memory.

4) Stress v/s positive time pressure: Stress reduces productivity, but positive time pressure enhances learning. Always set 40 minute targets. This gives your brain a job at hand and a deadline to complete it. This will help increase learning speed and concentration.

5) Brain diet

a) Oxygen is the super food for your brain. Slow and deep breathing for five minutes with your eyes and ears closed enhances concentration. Practicing anulom vilom pranayam will keep you relaxed and focused.

b) Physical exercise or outdoor activities for 20-30 minutes is a must.

c) Popping some vitamins, almonds etc also help.

6)  Keep it simple

7) Oral/ mental recitations — clear concepts and make learning solid.

8) Mock tests — show your level of preparation and bring out weak areas.

9) Use the internet for studying — since picture format sticks better to your memory.

10) Avoid new notes — switch to mind maps and 3D notes.\

11) Take short breaks —every 40-50 minutes and switch subjects twice a day.

12) Bedtime revision — flip through the key words at the end of the day.

Lastly enjoy your studies. Learning is not a punishment. Stop dreaming about the future too. Live in the moment and make the most of it!

(This article is taken from the Education Times on 11/02/2013)

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Exam Day Essentials

Just before you go to bed and wake up for the exam itself, you need to pack your bag with all essentials to make sure you aren't forgetting anything and are not stressed in the morning. Here are a list of essentials that you will need to carry for the exams: 

1) Stationery: Carry all the stationery you require, from pens and pencils, to scales and geometry boxes. Make sure you carry any special equipment required for particular exams, so you do not waste time borrowing things during your examination. 

2) Calculator: If there are calculations to be made in the paper, and you are allowed the use of a calculator, make sure to carry it with you, as it will help you calculate and write answers faster. 

3) Exam Pad: To add to the aesthetic value of your answer sheet, you should always carry an exam pad, as it enables you to write with a much better handwriting, and the irregularities of the desk you are writing on will not reflect on your answer sheet. 

4) Water: Always remember to carry a bottle of water, as people generally tend to get thirsty and need to hydrate while writing their paper. 

5) Food: If your exam center is far from home, do not take the risks of eating out during your exam time, instead carry some biscuits or home-made snacks to help you till you reach home and can eat properly. 

6) Miscellaneous stuff: Any things that you that you think you may need, or any items to be specially carried, should also be packed the night before. 

Best of luck for your exams, and remember to carry everything you need so you do not waste any time borrowing from others. 

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Exam Day!!!

You have prepared for your exams, kept to your timetable and revised thoroughly. All that's left is the actual exam itself. It's natural to be nervous or anxious as you have put a lot of hard work into this.

Here are some tips and tricks for the actual exam itself:

1) This may seem very obvious, but there are students who have prepared for the wrong exam and have suffered as a result. MAKE SURE you know which exam is when. Keep your timetable printed and on your study desk so you can keep checking when the next exam is, what time it is and which subject it is. This is a must for every student.

2)  Secondly, if you have prepared as per your time-table and are confident with your work,  you do not need to study all night. Instead sleep early and wake up early in the morning for a final revision and go for your exam. This will keep you fresh as well as prepared for the day.

3)  Have everything ready before you sleep. For example, you may need a ruler and geometry box if its your maths paper or maybe a calculator. Make sure everything is packed before you sleep, so in the morning you are not stressed, you just need to revise and leave for the exam.

4)  Leave for the exam early, so if you do get stuck in traffic or something unexpected happens you do not get stressed minutes before your paper.

5)  Once you are in the exam hall, and you feel your mind going blank, DO NOT PANIC. Take a minute, relax, take deep breaths and remember that you are well prepared and have nothing to fear.

6)  While writing your paper, make sure to read each question very carefully as you may miss something out. You do not want to give an incomplete answer despite knowing it.

7)  After the exam is over, it's tempting to think about all the answers you gave and if they were good enough. This will only stress you further. Try to forget about the last exam, and focus on the next one, instead.

8)  And lastly, just be calm. Examination success or failure, is not the end of the world. Bill Gates was a drop out, but he is still one of the most successful people in the world. Just be calm, stay confident and write your exams.

We hope you find today's article helpful and can apply it for your next examinations.

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