While many teachers provide a study guide, creating your own can help you understand the material better. Outlining the important information you need to learn can be helpful, both in creation and to refer to during your studies.
Ask questions.
Your teachers, professors, and TA’s are there to help! Ask them questions regarding the material and the exam so that you’re prepared when test time arrives.
Attend the review session.
In-person or virtually, review sessions offer vital information you want to know about, including exam format, important topics, and key concepts.
Start early.
Know your final exam schedule. If you start ahead of schedule, you’ll never be cramming the night before an exam. You’ll almost always perform better in doing so!
Organize a group study session.
It can be helpful to study in groups – sometimes. Evaluate whether or not studying with others will be beneficial to the subject as well as your learning process.
Study the stuff not on the study guide.
Study guides aren’t always comprehensive – they’re just suggestions of the main concepts to learn. Use your study guide for its intended purpose: a guide. Be sure to fill in the blanks with related information.
Take breaks.
You won’t be able to memorize or comprehend all the material at once. Balance is key – ensure that you reward yourself with study break times to recharge and relax.
Stay well-rested.
There’s a lot to be said about a good night’s sleep. Make sure you’re well-rested so that you can be fully focused during your exams.
Create a study schedule – and follow it.
Splitting the material into chunks you can actually achieve can be very beneficial. That way, you can keep track of what you’ve accomplished instead of looking at the big picture and getting overwhelmed.
Prioritize your study time.
Some exams will be more difficult than others. Some you may find easier. Some may be worth more of your grade than others. Make sure to evaluate all your exams to consider and determine the involved factors so you can study accordingly.