Final Exam Preparation Tips
Start with a positive attitude.
Psyche yourself up to succeed!
Find out what you can about the test:
- from the professor.
- from former students
- from old tests
Set up a study schedule:
- Analyze study needs per class.
- Set up several study sessions instead of one cram session.
- Do a quick review just before bed to let your subconscious aid in long-term memory.
- Maximize your learning style: audio people recite, hands on people write, visual people draw. Or use all of the learning modes.
- Schedule more time for the first final but review for other exams as well.
Control your concentration:
- Choose a place to study where you will not be interrupted.
- Eliminate distractions: turn off radio, TV, etc. Clear other materials off desk or table.
- Study in groups only if it is helpful to you and not a distraction.
Use all available minutes:
- Review when waiting in line or between classes, etc.
At exam site:
- Arrive at examination room a little ahead of time.
- Listen carefully to any oral instructions for taking the exam and read instructions carefully.
- When you receive your test, plan your time for the exam.
- Read every word in the test question.
- Attempt to answer all of the questions even if you are not sure of the answers.
- Double check your work for errors before turning in the exam.
Good Luck!
From: University Learning Center Resource File
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