#studyguides

Saturday 02/04/2020

Day (7/100) Got to take pictures of my lab in bio thanks to my teacher today! =] The picture on the right is a picture of stained white blood cells and red blood cells. Today I...

- Finished math homework

- Finished history homework and wrote a paragraph for a history project

- Finished spanish homework

I’ll cut straight to the point. This post is about how to be successful in high school, academically and socially. This is my first post, so sorry about any spelling or grammar mistakes L Anyways enjoy and good luck!!!!

WATCH THIS VIDEO IF YOU HAVE TIME:

1. Study less study smart (one hour original) 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlU-zDU6aQ0 

2. Study less study smart (summarized if you’re a busy bee) 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23Xqu0jXlfs

BOOKS TO READ

1.       A mind for numbers- Barbara Oakley

a.       General idea: Outlines differences between focused and diffused thinking, good for people who are struggling with math and/or want to pursue a higher level of mathematics or sciences. If you do contest math, this is a good book to read. It details how to solve complex problems through the use of breaks and spaced learning.

2.       Steal the show- Michael Port

a.       General idea: Outlines how to, literally, ‘steal the show’. It details how to deliver your points effectively and efficiently as well as leave a lasting impression to anyone. This book is good for introverts, who struggle with speaking in front of a crowd, as well as extroverts who are trying to be more effective as a public speaker.

STUDY TIPS

1.       REVIEW YOUR NOTES AFTER YOU TAKE THEM.

a.       Most teachers teach their lesson and then give some time to work on practice questions. During this time, read over your notes and add details and explanations to things you don’t understand in the margins. Even one minute looking through your notes WILL help.

2.       CREATE A STUDY SPACE

a.       If you don’t have a specific place designated for studying, or maybe your current study space has too many distractions, create a study object. For example, despite the fact I have a designated study place, I still use a small plushie turtle whenever I study. Whenever study turtle is out, I have to study otherwise I have failed study turtle. I’m emotionally attached.

3.       START STUDYING AS SOON AS YOU GET HOME

a.       Don’t come home and start eating, don’t check your notifications, don’t go and sit down on your bed. As soon as you come home, maybe take 5 minutes to use the bathroom or grab some water, then head to your study space immediately, and get down to work.

4.       AS SOON AS YOU FEEL YOURSELF SLIP, STOP AND TIME A 3-6 MINUTE BREAK.

a.       Most people can stay focused and work productively around 20-25 minutes. As soon as you’ve been stuck on the same question for more than five minutes and you still haven’t gotten anywhere, it’s time to take a break. During this break, DON’T CHECK SOCIAL MEDIA EMAILS ANYTHING THAT COULD LAST MORE THAN 3-6 MINUTES. A good thing to do is to use the bathroom, grab a drink of water, wash your face or maybe do a quick workout. If you check social media, emails etc. can lead to a very long break, which wastes time.

5.       GIVE YOURSELF A HUGE REWARD AFTER A PRODUCTIVE STUDY PERIOD

a.       Everything you planned to do that day is completed. Take this time to watch some Netflix, read a book, check your social media, look at some memes literally anything. Plan a social, go out, and plan something to do on the weekend. The reward should be satisfying and relaxing. Choose something special.

6.       HAVE REALISTIC GOALS

a.       Four subjects, 4-7 goals per day. If you’re non-semestered…I’m sorry bud I don’t know what to do. Anyways if you are semestered, you’re not going to be able to do your AP calc, AP bio, AP chem and AP history homework AND go for a 10km run, plan for x, y, z extra-circular etc.etc.

7.       SLEEP

a.       If you don’t sleep, connections you made while studying won’t solidify and you won’t be able to remember what you studied. Basically, you would have wasted a study session. Kids, please sleep. Think about it like concrete, you need the concrete to create pathways and connections between ideas, if your concrete isn’t dry, you won’t be able to walk across.

SELF CARE

1.       SKIN

a.       Water. Drink water please man. Also tea tree oil for acne. Tea tree oil works amazingly, it doesn’t smell super great but it’s very effective for acne. Also wash your face with warm water, cleanse it with your cleanser, then wash with cold water! Also PLEASE SLEEP. IT’S WITHIN YOUR POWER TO SLEEP 7-8 HOURS EVERY NIGHT IF YOU PUT THE EFFORT IN.

2.       FOOD

a.       Chips, chocolate all that jazz tastes good in the moment. But in the long run it isn’t good for you. Food is your body’s fuel, make it good! This doesn’t mean you should cut junk food out of your diet, but everything should be in moderation.

3.       HOBBIES

I’m gonna try and start posting everyday for 100 days of productivity.. eek! =] soooo

Day (4/100) Fixing sentence pattern mistakes for English class. Honestly my grade in English isn’t the best but I really like that class, a whole lot. I always loom forward to that class, no matter what. The teacher is amazing and the environment is always really fun. :)

Today I...

-Reviewed math lessons for tomorrow’s lesson and planned to see what I missed on my test

- I finished bio homework that will be assigned on Wednesday. I also reviewed vocab for the chapter we started today and read over the notes I wrote today.

- For English I read the chapter that will be assigned on Wednesday and re-read the chapter I was assigned today. Took some notes on it and read an analysis on Sparknotes.

- Finished my cornell notes for History and watched some good old crash course videos about what we’re learning tomorrow.

Coursework can be confusing, especially while trying to look for the proper study guides to work from. Between the vast amounts of information that exist online, students may get caught up in overwhelming research without being fully certain of where to go and which ones would actually provide useful, course-oriented information. Whether one is preparing for a significant examination or attempting to stay ahead of a syllabus, the utilization of high-quality study guides is highly critical to success.

This will walk you through how you can effectively source your Study Guides, make use of verified resources, and set up exam preparation tools that will help in improving your academic performance. Below are some of the practical tips you should consider in streamlining your study process.

Understand Your Course Requirements

Before starting to use any of the resources, you must clearly understand your course objectives and the areas you have to cover. A course syllabus is a kind of roadmap your instructor provides. It lists the topics to be covered and sometimes recommends books and study guides that are considered vital for students.

Choose those guides that shall fulfill these expectations. The usage of random materials dispels time wastage and cannot accord you that depth as expected by the instructor. In addition, with Desklib or other platforms similar to it, provide curated study guides, past assignments, reports, and notes prepared for students in given curriculums.

The Role of Verified Study Guides

Not all guides are made equal in today's digital world. Verified guides are a must, as they are correct, proper, and meet the standards of academics. Such resources undergo a strict review process so that their authenticity is guaranteed to be relevant.

For example, the platform provides more than a million academic resources contributed by students from all parts of the world, including essays, dissertations, and research papers that have undergone peer review to ensure that the quality of work is maintained. With trusted platforms, you are guaranteed to acquire dependable content; hence, there is reduced risk of misinforming oneself in studies.

Explore Different Types of Exam Preparation Guides

Exam preparation is not limited to textbooks; it could also be guided by mock tests, flashcards, and summarized notes that will ensure better comprehension and memorization of the subject. Look out for guides that include practice questions, previous exams, and formats that are course-specific to ensure you are well-prepared.

For example, websites like Desklib provide study notes and past exams that help students practice under exam conditions. Such guides actually help in showing you areas where you need to improve, hence increasing your confidence and performance.

Evaluate the Credibility of Online Study Guides

An internet search is sure to get you a load of information, but the problem usually lies in sifting through that information for reliability. Here are some ways you might evaluate the credibility of study guides:

Verify the author's qualifications.

Check the legitimacy of the source.

Find materials that are peer-reviewed.

Cross-check information across multiple sources.

Platforms make this even easier by providing peer-reviewed, community-driven guides that ensure the information you get is accurate and relevant.

Diversify Your Study Guides

Relying on a single guide will limit your understanding. Using a variety of guides allows you to gain multiple perspectives on a subject and enriches your knowledge. Consider combining the following:

Textbooks: These will have more organized and comprehensive content.

Videos and Tutorials Online: Visualizing to explain difficult concepts for audio learners.

Desklib along with other Academic Libraries: Access to essays, presentations, and other course-specific tasks.

Discussion Forums: Interact with your peers to clarify doubts and gain insight.

It makes learning more effective and fun when one diversifies study guides.

Make a Study Plan to Keep Yourself Organized

After gathering the right study guides, you will need to create a study schedule to manage your time. A structured plan ensures that your preparation in each topic is balanced. You may use tools such as Notion or Trello to track progress and time devoted to revision. Use flashcards and practice exams during your sessions to master those challenging topics. Keep sessions short and sweet: focused, concise, and you'll make steady progress without feeling overwhelmed.

Avoid Common Pitfalls

Common mistakes are also made by many students in sourcing for study guides, including:

Utilizing unverified resources: These can cause misinformation and confusion.

Over-reliance on one guide: It diminishes your understanding and knowledge.

Foundational Concepts Skipped: Not giving due importance to the basics can cause you to become weak at more advanced topics.

With that, try always to select verified guides and also vary your resources to keep it both interesting and full of knowledge. Websites offering licensed academic materials can be good platforms for finding reliable and varied guides.

Conclusion

Getting appropriate study guides could make a real difference in academic outcomes. Paying attention to the sources that are verified and variation of tools for exam preparation will help learners to simplify their learning and achieve better outcomes more easily. First, start by knowing your course requirements, diversify your guides, and stay organized with a concrete study plan.

At Desklib, we pride ourselves on having provided a wide assortment of community-based study guides by reliable authors who can help any student meet the demands of each course. Dive into our comprehensive library to access the ideal resources and take the learning process further. Whether exam preparation or project work, all are catered for in steps.

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