Try out different note-taking methods to find the one that works best for you. For example, you can try the Cornell note-taking method, where you write all of your notes on the right side of your page, any questions you have on the left side, and a summary of that day’s lesson on the bottom of the page. Consider color-coding your notes with different highlighters so they’re easier to read through when you’re studying. You could highlight key terms one color, important events and dates another color, and so on.
If you’re worried you won’t have anything to say out loud during class, come prepared with a few notes from the previous night’s reading or homework. That way, you’ll have a few talking points ready to go.
If you have a question about something, there’s a good chance that other students in your class are wondering the same thing. You’ll be doing everyone a favor by asking your teacher.
Doing your homework on time, participating in class, and asking for help when you need it will all help you develop a better relationship with your teachers.
For example, you could spend 15 to 30 minutes after school each day reviewing the material from all of your classes. Or, you could dedicate 1 to 2 hours per week to reviewing everything you learned that week. Studying routinely instead of only when you have a test coming up will make it easier to memorize what you’re learning, and you’ll be much more prepared when a test rolls around.
If you’re a visual learner, color code your notes so they’re easier to study and draw pictures, figures, and diagrams while you’re studying to help you memorize the material. If you’re an auditory learner, try reciting mnemonics and rhymes out loud to help you memorize things. You can also read your notes aloud and ask someone else to quiz you on what you’re studying. If you’re a linguistic learner, reread chapters from your textbook and take notes on them as you’re studying. If you’re a kinesthetic learner, try doing activities related to the material you’re studying, like making flashcards or coming up with a game.
Everyone forgets about assignments sometimes. It happens! Having a planner is a good backup in case you do forget. If you do end up missing homework for some reason, talk to your teacher about it. Tell them you know you messed up, and ask if you can turn it in late. You might not get full credit, but they still might give you some points, which is better than not turning anything in at all.
If you do your homework right after school, you’ll have the whole rest of the evening to just relax. On the other hand, if you keep putting it off until later at night, it will just be weighing on your mind all evening.
For example, if you have a research paper due in 6 weeks, don’t wait until the last week before it’s due to get started. Instead, start brainstorming and researching right away. The more time you give yourself, the less stressed you’ll feel and the better work you’ll produce.
Avoid eating, exercising, or drinking caffeine before bed since it will make it harder to fall asleep. Try to avoid looking at screens for 1 hour before you go to bed. The light from screens can make your body feel more awake and interfere with your sleep cycle. Instead, try reading a book, taking a bath, or drawing in a sketchbook before bed.
Any kind of physical activity you enjoy can count as exercise, like playing sports, riding your bike, dancing, or running.
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