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Dr. Stephen Chew discusses strategies for achieving deep processing to help you get the most out of the time you spend studying.
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How to get the most out of studyingTop Tips to Get the Most out of Studying
- Make a list of all the topics that you need to review and tick them off as you go.
- Use your coursework wisely; make summary notes which summarise all of the key information.
- Work with a friend; explain theories and concepts to each other - imprints the knowledge in your mind.
- Make up exam questions with friends and try answering each others' questions - mark each others' answers.
- Make wall posters for your bedroom - note down key words and details for each topic.
- Make up acronyms to help remember lists of keywords/facts/dates etc.
- Remind yourself of the meaning of key words used in essay questions such as ‘discuss’, ‘analyse’ etc,
- Don't cram like crazy the night before your exam. Keep it review free if possible - have a good night’s sleep!
- Seek help if you have difficulties in understanding areas of work, or performed poorly in exams in the past.
- Attend review sessions.