My first board exams meant I studied almost 16 hours a day. That helped create the kind of discipline for later in my life as a Doctor. Teachers and parents all have a big role to play when it comes to exam revision and results. That’s where I feel, many people struggle.
If you were scared of exams, you may invariably relay that stress top your child.
I am going through a period so picnicitis. That’s not a real word but one we made up today after going for our fourth picnic this month. December was busy with family weddings and travel and January were mixed with class tests and weekend picnics. One such spontaneous family picnic happened today and I was at the receiving end of current best practices for doing well in exams.
Disclaimer: This is a fictitious conversation, where any resemblance to people you know is purely coincidental.
A mommy was telling me, how she and her son was staying up till 2 am, to revise well. I politely asked what happened during the day?
Mrs.X answered : “home tutors come from 10 am onwards till late in the evening. The young boy preparing for his board exams, had little time to study except at night.
In a day of 24 hours, eight-hour sleep is essential to do your best. So that leaves behind16 hours. At least 2 to 3 hours of which you will need for your daily necessary relaxation and meals.
You have 12 to 13 hours for completing your to-do list every day.
So how to study before exams, so that you cover all subjects and do well?
Top 13 ways to Study better and Do great in exams
Divide the 13 hours into slots depending on how many subjects you want to cover and how difficult they are. Keep at least two to three hours every day for going through mock test pares and previous years’ exam questions. Time yourself while you go through the mock papers
The subject which is most scoring should be practiced daily.
The subject which needs work may need more time but be careful not to spend all your morning o it /Its best to get a major chunk of learning done in the morning until before lunchtime.
After lunch relax for some time and start solving test papers to help top get rid of the post-lunch lazy feeling In the evening a quick snack and a few minutes of relaxation can be taken.
Make revision charts for maths formulas, tables.
Science diagrams, flowcharts and difficult to remember topics.
Anything which is repeatedly forgotten needs to be jotted down in a special diary for repeated perusal.
Know your strengths and weaknesses.
Now make a plan for the last month of revision.
Plan for one-week full revision just before the boards start.
Plan for daily revision just before the exam.
Make your strengths stronger and weak subjects better for the best result.
Spend some time exercising or going for walks. Eat a balanced nutritious diet and don’t forget to stay hydrated, pray and do your best.
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I find that taking notes as I read, helps the information sink in. As I read, I keep a pad of paper and I write down the key points that I need to know.
It’s great advice to have plan that includes taking care of one’s self!