I have tried the conventional methods of study — flash cards, recitation, study games, practice questions, mind mapping., But despite my greatest commitment to these methods, I continued to struggle with tests. Until I found it. A light at the …
Tension headaches haunt me. The pulsating knot on my forehead compounds when I get frazzled. A frequent reason for my frustration with studying is the thought that x friend is studying faster than me. Whether that be memorizing definitions effortlessly, …
A good Study Schedule analyses your strengths and weaknesses and then gives the most study time to subjects that are the weakest, and less time to subjects that are the strongest. The CHSPE has the following subjects: Basic Math, Vocabulary, …
As a student-athlete who plays 4 competitive sports throughout the year, I have learned many valuable strategies to hone my craft in varying settings. Although each of the sports is different, I can still use my template for success as …
A good study schedule separates the subjects that you are weak and ones where you are strong. The weaker subjects are given the most time and the subjects where you know the material are given less time. Some subjects you …
Being able to get good grades is a lot like baking a cake; it requires a plan and skills, and self-discipline (to not eat the batter). What I didn’t realize back in Grade 11, was how ill-prepared I was with …
Are you someone who wants top grades but cannot seem to stop procrastinating? As someone who, unfortunately, understands this statement all too well, I have developed a method for studying that I think will help you. More on Procrastinating …
My test preparation method starts with a lot of fun repetition and ends with an ’A’. All of the steps I take have their own rationalization, they do not require a specific amount of time, just ensure that the required …
Imagine taking a test and then hearing a loud “CRUNCH,” just to see the student in front of you biting into raw broccoli Or you look over and see someone eating walnuts while marking off their exam. You wonder, “What …
Warning: the information below is not for the faint of heart. Please consult a physician if you experience such symptoms as sleep deprivation, starvation, or brain overload. 1. The first time you see the material: bring out your cellphone in …