Exam Day: Survival Tips Test – Talking Part 3

Exam Day: Survival Tips

Test – Talking

Part 3

Identifying Key words.

This helps you focus on the main idea of challenging questions.

Rephrase difficult questions.

To understand questions better, rewrite then in your own words. Be careful not to change the meaning.

Organize your thoughts before you write.

Take time to organize your responses to short-answer and essay questions you;’ll reduce the time you need to revise.

Write neatly.

Be sure doing lose points on answers the teacher can’t read.

Use all the time you’re given.

If you finish early, don’t leave.

 Use the extra time to proofread and review your answers.

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Take Control of Homework So it doesn't Control You Part 2

Take Control of Homework

So it doesn't Control You

Part 2

Keep Things in Perspective

Know how much weight each assignment or test carries, and your time accordingly. Don’t waste time, but be wise and smart. Doing the most important things first is being wise and smart. Doing the most important things first is being wise and smart.

Get More Involved

Keep your mind from wandering by taking notes, underlining sections, discussing topics with other or relating your homework to something you’re studying in another class. Learn actively and not passively. Be anxiously in another class. Learn actively and not passively. Be anxiously engaged in your studies and you will have a great experience.

Demonstrate a good attitude towards home assignments, and you will begin to love doing it.

Organize the Information

People process information in different ways. Some people like to draw pictures or charts to digest information, others prefer to read out loud or make detailed outlines. Try to find the methods that work best for you. Ask your teacher for recommendations if you’re having trouble.

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Balancing High School and Part-Time Work Part 1

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work

Part 1

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/high-school/45266.html

Like many high school students, you may want – or need – to work part time. Working takes a lot of time and energy, though, so before getting a job, make sure that you think about your ability to handle both work and your education.

Important Consideration

You have to weigh a number of factors when deciding whether to take on a part-time job. It’s important to get as much information as possible, you can figure out what choice makes the most sense for you.

Schedule a meeting with your school counselor to discuss the idea of working. Talk to your counselor about why you want to work and what type of position you’re seeking.

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Develop Good Study Habits /Decide When to Study

Develop Good Study Habits

Think of college as a full-time job, in which you spend 40 hours a week on class, labs, study, groups and doing homework.

Being organized and using your time we are essential. Learn more about time management, and use the guidelines below to develop your study skills.

Decide When to Study

Work out about how many hours you need to study every day. Then make a schedule.

·         Figure out what block of time you have available throughout the day, in the evening and on weekends.

·         Consider what time of day you are most alert—there are morning people and night owls – and try to schedule your studying accordingly.

·         Think about whether you do better studying for a few hours at a time or sitting down for a marathon session.

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