too school for cool

How to Do Well in Math by @reviseordie

How to Study for Mathematics by @littlestudyblrblog

Problem Solving Tips by @fightingfishball

Math Study and Exam Tips by @studymelody

Math Study Tips by @mathematicalnonsense

How to Study Math Like a Top Student by @smartspo

How to Make Maths Notes by @bujoign

Succeeding at Math When You’re Bad at Math by @universtudy

How to Take Math Notesby @programics

How a Person Who Hates Math, Studied for Math by @thecanadianundergradmoved

How to Study Math by @heccindriven

How to Study for Math Tests by @the-desi-desk

Math Tips for Crammers by @academedic

How to Ace a Math Exam by @studyspiration

Also check out these two for more math inspiration!

a list of about masterposts for studying or learning, tips, best websites for stuff and etc. i hope these will help you guys. it’s time to get those A+ !!!

PS: please click HERE for the part 2. i can’t seem to link them all together.

AP/ IB STUDENTS or SPECIFIC SUBJECTS

tips for IB students by @nvtes

AP self studying (help + info) by @coffeesthetics

the imperfect guide on ap classes by @sxudy​

ap students by @if-dementors-were-pink

tips for AP english by @ mentallyillstudyblr

AP world history masterpost by @litearature

tips for AP psychology by @gracelearns

attention studyblr: free ap prep books by @gold4learning

AP textbook masterpost by @studyable

84 most frequently cited words on ap literature test by @brain-exercise

free SAT and AP prep materials by @raincoffeebooks

please looks resources and books below for more resources

CLASS TIPS

tips for when you’ve fallen behind by @fuckstudy

public speaking by @cmpsbls

tips for class presentations + public speaking by @nerdytravelingstudent

public speaking masterpost by @revisicn

making accessible powerpoints by @gojikas​

how to give a good presentation by @strive-for-da-best​

how to: group work by @studiyng

how to do well in a class taught by a crappy teacher by @coffeeandstationery

studying + productivity

top 5 study tips by @studyign

secret study tips by @fearlessroadtomd

study tips masterpost by @study-early

scientifically proven study tips by @swankiegrades

study 101 by @studyign​

study tips for exams by @highlighteurs​

studying better by @study-nsp

things not do when studying by @hexaneandheels

10 mistakes when studying by @howtostudyquick

lazy kid’s guide to good grades by @artkidstudies

no to low stress college study strategy by @plannerdy

how to earn more a’s: tips from a honor student by @abs-studies

study tips from an MIT student with a 5.0 by @academicheaux

a study masterpost by @superstudies

study methods masterpost by @heystudy

study methods by @workhardlikegranger

study methods by @etudiance

when to use (studying methods) by @academicsandthearts

studying for kinesthetic learners by @elkstudies

study tips to actually get shit done by @study-blr​

time management by @noteology​

time management + procrastination by @cmpsbls​

concentration masterpost by @study-star

how to stay motivated by @studyign

tips on self care + motivation by @collegetothestars​

5 hacks to improve your memory by @study-well​

i have a terrible memory by @doitforthea

guide to studying in bed by @apiarianbelljar

school survival guide by @pythgaoras

minimalist school organization by @deinterlacing

45 tips for staying organized in college by @saralearnswell

how to be more organized by @studywithclover

MORE HELPFUL STUDYING STUFF + SUBJECTS

how i use onenote for university by @vanesastudies

tips for studying with a computer by @vanesastudies

uh oh, i ruined my notes by @gaystudies

the cornell notes by @pensandmachine

note taking guide by @eintsein

tips for studying history by @universtudy

5 psychological tips for improving your writing by @psych2go

resources for writing by @romanzieres

grammar girl’s editing checklist by @anomalously-written

some words to use when writing things by @naity-sama

annotating effectively by @hideandstudy

best weekend reads to get ahead in college applications by @college-advice

literature is actually really cool (books to read) by @college-advice

science resources by @highschoolering

biology masterpost by @studyholls

biology resources by @studentcombeferre

chemistry resources by @litearature​

how to math by @studybuzz​

how i study math by @365text​

life-saving resources for studying math by @mathbrain

avoiding burnout by @acdemic

how i format and use flashcards by @illolita​

how to make flashcards by @lattesandnetflix​

how to use flashcards by @etudiance​

how to make flashcards by @studie-s

dealing with failure by @fuckstudy

how to stay productive in summer by @clinophily

how to stay productive during summer vacation by @studyvet

how to stay productive during holidays by @areistotle

how do you keep yourself productive by @studyign

get up early and enjoy the day by @coffeesthetics

resource for procrastination by @studytothe97

study tips: having a cold by @iamthelittleoptimist

SAT and ACT

SAT and ACT resources by @intellectus

SAT for juniors by @elkstudies

tips for ACT by @elkstudies

free SAT and AP prep materials by @raincoffeebooks

SCHOLARSHIPS AND COLLEGE APPLICATION

college applications by @katsdesk

college application websites masterlist by @cyberstudies

quick tips for those who are applying in college by @itscassielouwho

very very very short tips by anon

college interviews by @cyberstudies

advice on college apllication essay writing by @forgottenrain

college application masterpost by @communistgrunge

college application websites masterpost by @cyberstudies

some tips for paying college when you don’t have money by @collegerefs​

it’s ya girl’s college sponsorship masterpost by @jesussbabymomma

how to search for scholarships by @voguestudy

very helpful schoolarship and research website by @collegent

RESOURCES / BOOKS

the guide to textbooks by @studygene

books resources by @punkasslouis

100+ legal websites to downlod literature by @itsrosewho

download free books, textbooks and etc by @wewantbalance

leak college textbook pdf files not nudes by @jatel0

AP textbook masterpost by @studyable​

attention studyblr: free ap prep books by @gold4learning

free SAT and AP prep materials by @raincoffeebooks

language learning book masterpost by @thelibraryofcontext

list of free science books by @the-more-u-know

how to get a bunch of free ebooks + save money on books by @ahrtstudy

APPS / WEBSITES

the ultimate student app guide by @lonelybookaneer​

minimalist stuff that’ll help you study by @denistudies​

app masterpost by @studiyng

useful apps for students (comp and phone) by @motivatedhealthysuccess

best free organizational apps by @ studylikewillowrosenberg

resource for procrastination by @studytothe97​

favorite studyblr phone apps (android) by @linguisticallyunsound​

phone or computer apps by @academla​

10 chrome extensions by @ the-brightest-witch-studies:

pomodoro app by @studiyng​ // another pomodoro app by @gracelearns​

online courses: a guide by @gracelearns​

if you’re a student, please utilize by @shejustbechillin​

sources other than wikipedia by @procrastinatioff

MY OTHER MASTERPOSTS:

cute and cheap clothes masterpost

aesthetic twitter @europhias 

aka the time that makes or breaks your day!!! v v important

the night before

go to bed at a good time for you. this all depends on who you are and how much sleep u need to wake up well rested

heres a sleep timer so u can wake up when its best for your body

if you have to get up at a certain time, set your alarm go off 30, 15, and 5 minutes before you actually need to be up so you can wake up gradually nd without as much stress

if you like your alarm to be music, set it to be a calm song 30 min before and set louder/quicker songs as you get closer to the actual wake up time

wear warm pjs!!!! if its cold outside, ur not gonna want to get out of bed if you have a t shirt on. plus if u wear warm n fuzzy pjs its like you take your bed w you

waking up

just force urself to do it. its hard. i know. but life will be less stressful if you just get out of bed quickly instead of laying there awake trust me

maybe put your alarm on the other side of the room so you have to get up to turn it off??

splash cold water on ur face to really wake you up

listen to happy songs to get u motivated for the day 

heres a playlist of good songs

exercise

only do this if you have the time, but its really good to exercise in the morning ok even just a lil bit

its better to do before breakfast so u don’t get cramps

maybe go for a 10 min run or do some yoga!!

heres a beginner yoga routine that seems good??

routine

ya gotta have one esp if you need to be somewhere (work/school) early

doesn’t have to be too defined but just some idea of when u need to be doing things to get where u need to go on time

mine is:

wake up- 6am

get ready (shower, hair, makeup, etc)- until 6:45am

eat breakfast- until 7am

pack my bag and chill- until 7:20am when i get on the bus!!!

breakfast

the most important meal of the day

breakfast smoothies!!!!

lots of healthy breakfast ideas

eggseggseggs

vegan recipes

quick n easy breakfast brought 2 u by martha stewart

treat urself

a personal fav: overnight oats (u make them the night before so its waaaay less stress)

seriously pinterest is your friend theres so many recipes there oh man

No one is instantly a perfect student. It’s well known that ‘’perfect’’ studying requires some practice. Fortunately, there is a bunch of information available on this topic on the internet. In this way everyone can become a professional student.

1. Choosing the right study spot

Create a study space

Desk organisation

Study music (x) (x) (x)

Remove distractions

Study space guide

2. Being well equipped 

Studyblr on a budget

Organizing systems

How to stationery smart

Save money on stationery

School supplies shopping

Study apps everyone needs to use

Things you need in high school

Things that are useful in college

DIY school supplies

3. Getting focused

How to concentrate

Useful apps for focus

How to focus when a thousand things happen at the same time

Tips on staying focused

Academic goals

Getting started

4. Improve your handwriting

Handwriting goals 

Improve your handwriting (1) (2) (3)

Fake calligraphy

How to calligraphy

Some banners

Some fonts to try out

5. Taking useful notes

Cornell notes

Outline notes

Alternative to flashcards

Taking notes in class

Or during a lecture

Mindmaps

Highlighting

Typing your notes

Flashcards

Feymann’s technique

Colour coding

Sticky notes

Annotating

Decorate your notes

2 notebook method

Taking notes efficiently

6. Creating an efficient study routine in your life

How to create a study habit

Public transport productivity

Prevent the curve of forgetting

Make the most of your day

Study snacks

Succeed at school

Effective studying

Improve memory

Last minute studying

10 best study habits

After school routine

7. Planning your studies

Scheduling studying masterpost

Promodoro method

Plan during your study breaks

Bullet journalling

Plan for multiple tests using a calendar

Use printables

Use your productivity wisely

Be more productive with a planner

7 ways to better organise your study time

8. Study strategies

Types of learners + strategies

Study skills for test taking 

Study strategies masterpost

SQ3R reading method

Tips for effectively studying

Finding your perfect study method

How to memorise

Studying in a group

Study from textbooks

Quizing yourself

Secrets of a straigt A - student

My other masterposts

Scheduling studying

it’s wintertime and you reminisce happy memories of someone who is very far away. you’ve had many dreams of them since then and although you miss them a lot all you can think about is how happy they made you and the cutest things they said. it’s like you’ve found your soul mate because when you’re around them everything feels so right, and you smile but you can’t help but feel bittersweet.

you’re painting pictures of sunflowers and peaches in your room and you need some music to listen to. life is good; you make plans to travel to the coast and take a road trip to a place with stars and beaches. you write down songs you overhear at every indie party you go to. you’re constantly inspired by new ideas and you’re excited for what the future holds. 

it seems like you live for chasing pink-skies and impulsive midnight adventures in the suburbs. holding hands with your best friend as the sun sets behind the palm trees is the favorite time of your day. you’re afraid of everything and nothing but this era of your life feels like a nostalgic coming-of-age movie that you’ll always cherish. you feel like you can jump in your car and go anywhere you want to.

it’s summertime and sky is blue. you summer dress flows behind you in the breeze and your puppy runs next to you on the grassy hill. the clouds are shaped like puffy clouds and you pick wildflowers so they can live eternally in your journal. in this faraway place where no one knows your name, you’ve never felt more calm. every day feels as bright and warm as yellow. 

you’re eating fruits on a balcony in northern italy on a warm afternoon as you overlook the mediterranean. you’ve always dreamed of coming here and as you sit with a classical book of literature on your lap, you listen to the murmur of the distant ocean and hum of little old italian songs that the kind old lady living next door told you she loved.

you’re tired but you can’t sleep because you’re head is full of noise and you need something to calm you down. you reminisce better times and as the memories repeat endlessly you blame yourself for everything. in this moment life feels like a broken radio that scratches quietly and in the silence of midnight the thoughts are infinitely louder.

the aloof person with an effortlessly mysterious aura that catches the same bus as you but never talks to anyone. they’re always wearing black headphones and they play their music loud enough that you can hear drums and electric guitars but you can never quite discern the song. you wonder what they’re like and you desperately want to talk to them but you’ve conceived a story of their life in your mind already.

it’s been a long, tiring day but now you can breathe in the scent of vanilla candles and the familiar scent of your soft pillows. you’re under your blankets and you need to be transported into a fuzzy universe of sleep and sweet dreams.

you’re daydream about the stranger on the train, you feel sad at night because you’re familiar with the unrequited blushes but the thought of seeing them again makes your heart flutter. you’re a hopeless romantic who lives inside their head too much and you imagine conversations with your crush but you’re too shy to ever speak to them properly.

there are people who care about you and you’ve come so far from where you started but sometimes on a night like tonight you forget all of that. you need a friend to remind you that everything is going to be ok and that it’s ok to let everything out and cry.

you’re in an old french film. you breathe in the scent of roses and perfume, paris waits outside your balcony as you sip your morning coffee and read the daily gazette. you dance around the room to the humming radio as you dust blush onto your cheeks and smear rouge lipstick onto your lips. it’s a new day to walk the cobblestone streets and catch a whiff of the golden pastries as you walk past the bakery you love so much.

I’m in an art museum in a big old city. my favourite paintings are those of flower fields and girls with pretty ruffled dresses, but my favourite piece of art is you. 

you fall asleep and when you wake up you’re among a thousand stars. you dance among the constellations with your lover as the moon glimmers in the backdrop. you used to feel afraid of the vast expanse of nothingness and matter but now you find it breathtaking and inexplicably beautiful. in the midst of the warm glow everything makes sense and you feel a calmness that seems to transcends the universe. you think back to your life on earth and you smile because all your worries are so small and you love everyone so much.

you’re a cherry blossom, overdramatic but full of softness. you live inside your own fairytale and you’re bored of anything that isn’t romance or poetry. you’re always singing love songs but you feel very lonely and you buy roses for yourself to distract you from your longing.

1. Start early. Don’t leave studying to the last minute as cramming doesn’t really work. Preparing well in advance leaves you with time to ask questions and review topics you don’t fully understand.

2. Plan and organise your study time. Decide what you will do, in what order, and by what date.

3. Have an area that you designate specifically for studying. Don’t do anything else there. Keep all your notes, textbooks, materials etc in that area.

4. Study something each day – but allow yourself one whole day off a week. That way, you stay on top of your work without feeling bogged down and overwhelmed.

5. Make your own notes; rewrite material you’ve studied using your own words. Doing that, will help to consolidate your learning.

6. Cover up material you’re studying and try to summarise it, or to paraphrase it.

13.03.2018; you might remember my pencilcase was stolen a couple of weeks ago, so i finally managed to rebuild a set of essentials! half of them arrived today in the mail, the rest are from local stores.

bic cristal fine, my all-time favourites. they are the smoothest pens in the world.

pencil and eraser.

pencil sharpener, also useful for makeup.

black gel pen. won’t recommend this one, it’s too thick.

small stapler, very useful for me.

two zebra mildliners. my first time using them, i only bought two single ones because i don’t need more and i like to stay minimal with my stationery, a pack was unnecessary.

ruler, it’s from aliexpress, not muji!

translucent pencil case, also from aliexpress! they have a bigger one and i think i’ll get it too, because it’s so cheap and i overestimated the things i could fit into this one.

24.04.18 | Any tips on how to get better sleep? I can’t sleep for more than 5-6 hours at a time despite how tired I am, and it takes me a really long time to fall asleep or go back to sleep, so fmu 🙃

About the most colour you’ll ever see on my desk at once!

Essentials for Class

Your laptop/spirals/tablet/your preferred note-taking medium. For professors that speak quickly and cover a lot of information in a short amount of time before moving on to the next slide, I always like to use my laptop. Some professors prohibit the use of laptops (even for note-taking). So, I like to use a cheap spiral for class in which I will write information/graphics with the knowledge that they don’t have to be perfect. This is just to ensure that I get the information down. When I get home I transfer all of the notes into a nicer spiral to look over later. This also works to help me retain the information! 

My all-time favorite spiral notebooks are the Exceed Five Subject Notebooks. I love these because in the front they have a world map, a punctuation chart, a metric unit conversion chart, spelling rules, a ruler, and a glossary of general reference and research sites.

Loose-leaf paper. This is especially helpful for me because many of my professors will give pop-quizzes/pop-writing assignments. Also great for when a classmate needs to borrow some paper. You can whip it out and make a friend for all semester. 

Personally, I like to use Five Star Reinforced Filler Paper by Mead.

Pencil Bag. Naturally, not having to frantically dig around your backpack for a pen/pencil/highlighter makes your day go so much smoother.

I prefer the Mead Five Star Organizer Pencil Pouch.

My pencil bag comes complete with an assortment of pens, pencils, highlighters, two flash drives, a pencil sharpener, and an entire 50 pack of Crayola Super Tips. Yes, my pencil bag fits that much. 

Laptop charger & phone charger. I recommend purchasing a powerblock as well to ensure that you don’t have to compete over the use of limited outlets. Thousands of college students across the nation fail to charge their electronics nightly, don’t get caught in the crossfires of that feeding frenzy.

Headphones. Something about not having my music while I’m on the bus or walking across campus really kills my mood for the day. 

My planner! Stop writing stuff on your hand or on random pieces of paper. Get yourself a cheap planner. Even if you are not a planner user right now, just forcing yourself to use one for 30 days will forge an unbreakable and life-changing habit! Take it from me. 

To Make Your Day Easier

A small umbrella for those days when the weather goes from 75′ and sunny to raining cats and dogs in 3 seconds. 

A wallet with your IDs and change. I always kick myself when I didn’t have enough change for the vending machines on campus. I kick myself even harder when I have to ask random strangers for 50 cents to buy a scantron/blue book. Also just a good idea to always have some form of ID on you. 

Water bottle. Invest in a super cool, trendy, refillable water bottle to keep yourself hydrated throughout the day. Or just keep refilling the same plastic one. 

Deodorant. This is so silly but I am always forgetting to put on deodorant before I walk out the door and I’m 22. When I get to class I realize I’ve forgotten and panic as the Texas heat encompasses me. Travel-sized deodorants are so beneficial. 

An emergency tampon/pad. Or two!!! Goes without saying. Surprises are always fun until it’s your period. I keep emergency tampons in my truck, in my apron for work, in my backpack, in my horse trailer. I do not play around. 

Ibuprofen/Aspirin 

Light snacks. We’re talking a granola bar or seven to keep your stomach from gurgling when you’re taking that exam and of course everyone showed up to class. 

A flashdrive.

Chapstick, sunscreen, or lotion can also make you more comfortable sitting in class. 

Quick Tips About Backpacks

While, yes, those little fashionable ones are cute, they don’t hold the essentials and can be damaging to your back, causing soreness and discomfort. Buying a Jansport absolutely saved my back and stopped my chronic pain from progressing! 

Obviously there are hundreds of amazing brands of backpacks out there, but I strongly urge you to purchase a bag with:

a sleeve inside for your laptop

at least three pockets - so everything has a place

those little mesh side pockets

adjustable (preferably PADDED) shoulder straps! 

Another thing! I always place my heavier items (laptop & textbooks) CLOSEST to my back. That way the weight doesn’t drag you down backwards and cause back pain (my doctor literally told me this). This is where having multiple pockets is so helpful. 

Adjust your shoulder straps so that you can also maintain good posture while walking. The weight of your backpack + where it sits on your back should not cause you to lean forward or sway backwards in order to compensate. Also fun fact - when I was in middle school I thought it was cool to have a backpack that hung really low (?) and it created a pinched nerve in my neck! Awesome! Don’t be like me! 

Remember that backpacks -while they can absolutely be super cute and trendy- are meant to possess functionality. Your backpack should carry the essentials you need to have a successful and comfortable day at class.

Lastly, 10/10 would recommend cleaning out your backpack frequently! Make sure it stays organized and free of clutter. I also like to make sure I take all of my spirals and planner out of my backpack each day after class so that after I rest for a bit - I know I have things I need to get to. 

Organizing Your Backpack - By Pockets

-Largest pocket (closest to your back): 

Heavier items such as your laptop, binders, textbooks, loose leaf paper and planner. Laptop should go inside the sleeve (if applicable). 

-Second largest pocket

Items such as your pencil bag, chargers, and umbrella.

-Smallest pocket

Items that you won’t be pulling in and out too frequently, such as headphones, deodorant, chapstick, a flashdrive, snacks, wallet, keys, painkillers, and your emergency tampons (if applicable). 

-Side pockets

Here I obviously like to keep my water bottle or coffee thermos. If you have more than one pocket this is also a great place to keep your little umbrella.

First set of notes from my second semester!

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i’m so tired c:

16:30 // i have this huge physics test next week so i’m using all my energy in order to finish revision a few days before, so i can use the remaining ones to complete practice papers 🗒💭 now wish me luck