By Allie SontagFinals week is fast approaching. But don’t stress! Here are 6 tips to help you prepare for your finals and put your mind at ease. Find the right study space for you Whether you prefer the ambience of a bustling coffee shop or the complete silence of the library basement, take some time to find your ideal study space. If you’re studying on your bed, chances are you’re less likely to be in study mode and more inclined to turn on Netflix or take a nap. If you have a set space to study in, your mind will be prepped to study and you’ll be more productive. Take mini breaks Taking breaks every hour or so is essential to refresh your brain and promote clear thinking. Take a walk, watch an episode of your favorite show, stretch, or talk with a friend. Any break is a good break to reset and come back to your studying more energized. Flashcards are your best friend Flashcards are my favorite study tool. The act of writing the information down on the notecards helps you encode the information into your short term memory, and getting yourself to guess the answers helps you recall what you’ve learned. Plus, there are flashcard apps and websites like Quizlet and Flashcards+ if you would rather not write them out by hand! Utilize study guides, example problems, etc. If your professor provides you with study guides, example problems, past exams, or other resources to help you prepare, USE THEM! They will come in handy and really help you prepare for the types of questions you will see on your exam. Plus, it makes studying easier knowing what to focus on and what to skim over. Pair up Have a friend in one of your classes? Become study buddies! Having someone to help you work through your study guide and share notes helps immensely in preparing for exams. Plus, your friend may have studied something you forgot, or vice versa! It’s a win-win for both of you. Don’t cram! Unless this seems to work for you. Although I feel this option works for me to store information in my short term memory, when I walk out of the exam the information has gone in one ear and out the other. I barely remember a semester’s worth of material! I suggest carving out a week or two to gradually review and let what you’ve learned the past semester really sink in. Smaller chunks of time spread out over two weeks is better than cramming 5 hours the night before.
Good luck & happy studying! ~Allie
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