1) Create a study guide
Lay out a clear plan of what you need to study in order to ace the test
2) Ask your Professor questions
Your professors are there to help you so make sure to utilize them. They can give you important information regarding the test format or what will be covered on the exam
3) Get an early start
Studying last minute can be stressful and unproductive so make sure you start at least a couple days in advance
4) Form a study group
Studying is not only more enjoyable with friends, but also a great strategy! Friends can help explain things you may not understand or they can help quiz you
5) Organize your notes
Pull together all of your lecture notes and organize them by topic or chapter
6) Get plenty of rest
Studying is not productive if you are running on “empty”. Make sure to stick to a regular sleeping schedule and stock up on some caffeine
7) Prioritize your time
Plan to spend more time studying the material that you know you are struggling with
8) Create a set of flashcards
Quizzing yourself is a great way to check to make sure you’re learning the material. Plus, you’ll be learning while you create the set of flashcards
9) Color code your lecture notes
Color coding makes it easier to visualize while also differentiating topics among definitions
10) Make a study schedule
Plan what you’ll study each day leading up to your exam to make sure you will cover all of the necessary material
Goodluck on Finals!
Xoxo, Liv