Have you ever been in a situation where you questioned yourself, ‘What I am doing wrong? How is my friend getting all his tasks done on time and also scoring well in all the exams?’ Well, we all, at some point in time, have questioned ourselves. Yet, only a few looked for the right answers.
The humongous pressure of assignments, homework, along with exam preparations can make even the best student question their abilities. But with the right planning, you can beat the stress and win the deadline battles and ace in every exam.
This blog will answer all your questions and help you understand how that friend of yours can beat the rest every time. Let’s take you through a few tips that can change the way you look at studying.
5 Study Tips to Steer You towards Academic Success
What makes a student better than others? It’s not only the efforts they put in. Instead, it is all about the way they plan things out. The following points will help you learn how to achieve that success and stay ahead in your class:
A. Strategic Planning and Time Management
You have heard the ‘Hare and the Tortoise’ fable, right? If you remember the details and think about it, you would understand that the tortoise won the race because it planned every inch of the race well and managed time the right way. The moral of the story ‘slow and steady wins the race’ is relevant even today. So, how do you implement that in your study schedule? Here’s the answer:
- Create a master schedule and stick to it. Map out the courses, assignments, and deadlines from day one and work on them accordingly.
- Use the Eisenhower matrix to prioritize urgent and important tasks to stay on track. Also, break down large assignments into smaller and manageable chunks. Hire an expert to help with online class if you are having problems creating the schedule.
- Avoid cramming and implement spaced repetition. Don’t try learning everything at once. Break it down. When you learn something new in class, go through the notes the same day or a day after. Review it to recall all the major points until you can recall all the points. Regular review is not recommended; do it in intervals, first on the same day, second after two or three days, third after a week.
B. Active Learning Techniques
Reading the chapters taught in class every day will not be of any help. You need to engage with the courses. Here’s how you can do it:
- The SQ3R method (survey, question, read, recite, review)
- Active recall/retrieval practice
- Connect new information to existing knowledge
- Optimize note-taking
- Avail online class help services to implement all these techniques effectively
C. Environment and Focus Optimization
Studying anywhere just to complete the assignments on time or to stay on track is not the ideal way to score well. Instead, implement these ideas to be exam ready and complete your tasks on time:
- Find a dedicated study space. It will help you focus on your studies. Keep a fixed spot to study.
- Minimize distractions. Keep your phone away and that laptop where you have your Netflix account. This will only help you finish off your tasks quickly and enjoy the rest of the time.
- Take smart breaks. Use the Pomodoro technique. Study for 25 minutes and take a 5-minute break after every 25 minutes to stay focused.
D. Collaborative Learning and Seeking Support
You must ask for help when you are not able to work on the courses by yourself. Do not shy away from asking for help. Smart students do not keep things to themselves when things are going out of their control. They simply place an online class help request to get the necessary assistance. You can also use these ways to get the support you need:
- Form effective study groups
- Utilize professor’s office hours
- Use your online class resources
- Place a ‘take my online class’ request to get expert assistance
E. Holistic Well-Being for Sustained Performance
You should not disturb your daily schedule to keep up with your studies. It is highly recommended that you stay well and healthy to beat the academic pressure. There are numerous instances where students got less sleep just to keep up with the academic pressure. Here’s what you must do:
- Sleep well to stay fresh. Proper sleep will help you concentrate more on studies and remember things better. Do not try pulling out an all-nighter.
- Eat well and stay hydrated. Yes, this may sound like a doctor’s advice, but both of these are equally important for better learning. Avoid excessive caffeine and sugar crashes.
- Get up early and take some time out for exercise. It will help reduce stress and help improve your focus.
- Don’t study all day. Find some time for your hobbies, take a short walk, or talk to your friends and family to stay fresh.
Final Thoughts,
The key to success in online classes lies in how well you plan things. It is not about studying all night or working on assignments without taking any breaks. All you have to do is find the right ways to cope with the stress. Hard work is essential, but you also need to work smartly to achieve your goals.
Go ahead, ask your friend who is consistently doing well in their studies and implement the ways they use to achieve their goals. Last, but not least, stay focused and do not move away from the schedule you create to stay on track.
All the best!
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