Examination Techniques

Study according to syllabus. Confirm date, time and venue of exams. Arrange a watch, pens, pencil, eraser instruments, calculator etc. on the previous day. Revise the lessons using summaries, points and mnemonics. Reach the examination hall half an hour before the scheduled commencement. Enter the examination hall with confidence. Avoid using knives or sharp instruments and participating in games that could cause physical injury prior to exams. Avoid quarrels, fights and arguments that may create stress. Avoid too much discussion Do not cut short your sleep time. Before entering the hall, make sure you do not have any paper with you that may contain lesson notes.

You can prepare yourself to succeed in your studies. Try to develop and appreciate the following habits: Take responsibility for yourself . Recognize that in order to succeed you need to make decisions about your priorities, your time, and your resources. Center yourself on your values and principles . Don't let friends and acquaintances dictate what you consider important, put first things first. When you need extra help with your studying try to get help. Ask your instructor/mentor about Tutoring, He might be able to give you the names of other students who have been successful in that class or tutor you him/her self. Make study a habit, sit down at the same time each day to do your homework, essay writing or revision. Some basic study habits can help you be a better student, and make studying a lot less painful.