1. Look over the whole test first.
2. Figure out how much time you have to spend on each question (leaving a ten-minute cushion at the end).
3. Answer the questions in order of increasing difficulty.
4. Use any and all le...

• Work a little bit each day on your assignments; avoid suffering from day-before syndrome.
• Read only the favored sources on the syllabus in detail.
• Work in groups on problem sets, solve problems on the go.
• Write up your answers formall...

1. Collect questions and problems from notes
2. Answer out loud or on paper
3. Remove easy questions
4. Repeat until no questions left

How To Become a Straight A Student

1. Streamline your study habits to learn more in less time.
2. Take smarter notes (Less is more).
3. Manage your time in 5 minutes each day.
4. Alw...

• Record as many sample problems as possible

In priority order:

1. Problem statement and answer
2. Ask questions for anything confusing
3. Record solution steps
4. Annotate steps with explanation

• Priority setters: If they’ve scheduled a study session, no matter what comes their way, they will stick to their commitment.
• Organized: A clear mind helps to focus better when studying...

• Ask questions in class
• Talk to teacher after class
• Ask classmates
• Ask the internet

Clarify your doubts immediately!!

Every morning when you wake up, make a list of the most important work that needs to get done for that day. At the end of the day, write down any failed to dos and reasons. Seeing the same excuses over and over might tell you something and help you become more self-aware.

By reviewing the course material on a regular basis, it is more likely to really stick with you and you will actually understand the material. Periodic review is also a lot less stressful than cramming at the last minute.

• Isolated location
• No distractions
• Habit - find a one hour slot per day that is always distraction-free, always use it for the same task.
• If overtime is likely, schedule in advance.
• Study early, in isolation, with hourl...

• Pseudo-work - looks like working, isn’t effective
• Work Accomplished = Time Spent * Intensity Of Focus
• Don’t read everything - prioritize favored sources
• Ask yourself the right questions to learn what you need to know ...

• The work you accomplish equals the amount of time spent times how intense your focus was on what you were doing.
• Studies show that the optimal learning period is roughly 50 minutes so you should give yourself a break (don’t use phone...

These 3 magical P’s — planning, proceeding, and proofreading are key when it comes to passing exams successfully.

1. Planning means skimming through questions to see what’s ahead of you.
2. Proceeding means starting with the questions you can...

• Sleep: The ideal amount of sleep is eight hours. Sleeping less can affect your success and your ability to focus.
• Food: be sure to eat regular meals throughout the day, drink enough water, limit sugary...