1.)
Get plenty of sleep. Your brain can’t work
properly if you’re overtired, so give yourself the rest you deserve.
2.)
Have someone test you. Use flashcards or
homemade study guides to easily condense important material.
3.)
Explain the material to someone else. If there are
any areas that are difficult to describe, you will know that’s what you need to
study.
4.)
PRACTICE math problems. With a subject like
math, practicing ways to solve a variety of problems is the best way to prepare
your brain.
5.)
Budget your time – Do not try to cram everything
into one day. Cramming can leave you exhausted and frustrated; it is easiest to
learn things at a steady pace, over time. You will also retain the material
better afterwards.
6.)
Make a snack – Don’t study on an empty stomach.
Proteins, fruits and veggies, and nuts such as almonds or walnuts are all great
examples of Brain Food.
7.)
Take a break every 30-40 minutes, and so
something physical if you can. Go for a quick walk, do some jumping jacks, or
just sit outside and breathe some fresh air. Give your mind a chance to reboot.
8.)
Create study groups with friends and classmates.
If you aren’t able to meet with friends in person, try getting together on
Skype or FaceTIme for study sessions.
9.)
Break down the material into small groups, and
study one group each day. This will give your sessions more focus.
10.) Ask your teacher questions about what the test
will cover, and what kind of questions to expect. You will be grateful for the
guidance.
These are, of course, just a FEW things you can do to make your study sessions less painful and more productive. Talk with your child and see if you both can come up with your own ideas. As always, getting a tutor is a great way to make sure students are getting the appropriate instruction, even if it’s just to reinforce existing skills.
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