Study Skills
Preparing For Finals
Effective Study Habits
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Organization
Study materials
 Class notes
 School Supplies
 Book bag
 Study area – regularly study in an
area that is quite and neatly
organized with all the materials
you will need
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Effective Study Habits
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Time Management and Planning
Make a “To Do” list
 Prioritize list
 Schedule (create a weekly or daily
schedule)
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Be sure to schedule study time each
night. Once you have finished
homework, review class notes and
other materials. If you review
regularly and study ahead, you will
remember the material better.
 Take 5 minute breaks when studying
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Effective Study Habits
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Study difficult subjects first
Avoid cramming for tests – review
regularly
Utilize different learning styles
(auditory, visual, kinesthetic)
Remember to keep a healthy
balance; spend time with friends and
family, do something you enjoy,
maintain proper nutrition and sleep
Tips for Testing
Reference: Educational Media Corporation
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Avoid distractions. If possible,
don’t sit where you might be
distracted
Always read directions
thoroughly
If you are nervous, take a few
deep breaths, imagine a
relaxing scene, or use self-talk
to build your confidence
Tips for Testing
Reference: Educational Media Corporation
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Remember that your first hunch
is usually correct, especially on
multiple choice tests
Don’t look for answers to fall in a
pattern
Budget time. Don’t spend too
much time on one question
Watch for related questions
which may help you get other
answers
Tips for Testing
Reference: Educational Media Corporation
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Remember to arrive prepared
(pencil, pen, paper, good night’s
sleep and nutrition)
Take a few rest pauses during
the test
Be prepared! Study in advance.
Be well-rested and think
positively
Studying for Finals
Reference: Study Strategies Made Easy
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Start preparing 2 weeks prior to
the exam.
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Find out all that you can about the
exam
Material to be covered
 Format of the exam. If objective only,
review and memorize important
details. If subjective, learn overall
concepts, but memorize enough facts
to break them up in an essay
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Studying for Finals
Reference: Study Strategies Made Easy
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Start preparation
Get out your old notes and old
tests. Organize them
 Make sure that all chapters have
been read, highlighted, and
questions answered
 Make up a study schedule to
follow for the next few weeks
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Studying for Finals
Reference: Study Strategies Made Easy
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Organize your study session
Follow the schedule, study a little
each day. Break the number of
chapters or sections into the
number of days you have to study.
 Review the text, notes, handouts,
old tests, etc.
 Concentrate on highlighted
material and recall questions
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Studying for Finals
Reference: Study Strategies Made Easy
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Use your strongest learning
style
Auditory- read highlighted
information aloud or tape record
recall questions
 Visual- picture the layout of a
page, read material
 Kinesthetic- rewrite information
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Studying for Finals
Reference: Study Strategies Made Easy
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Final words
Relax before exams.
 Go to sleep early
 Eat a nutritious breakfast
 Have a confident attitude – if you
begin reviewing early, you will be
able to do your best!
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