How to Study For Tests(The Procrastinator Version)

It is not easy to study for tests. Especially when you procrastinate or in other words only study at the last minute. Here are some tips on ways to study, and how to stay on task.

ELA:

    For vocabulary tests I recommend writing all the words down and/or making a Quizlet. In the long run it helps a lot. 

    For reading checks, it helps to take annotations along the way, rather than scrambling at the last minute to find key points and terms. Also reading a summary of the reading on SparkNotes always helps. 

    Grammar is one of the easier parts to study for because quizzes can be found anywhere online.

Social Studies:

    Reading checks on articles or historical texts usually only include the main points. It would be the best to make a Quizlet on key terms, characters names, and dates.

Science:
    Science is a bit more difficult to study for. It requires looking back at all the course material or experiment's done so far.

Math:

    Math is the hardest. Some types of units cannot be found online easily, so it is best to review all the lessons. If material is found online then practicing with them is helpful. What I find to be easiest is writing all the main points on a small notecard. It helps to remember them.

Overall:

1. Put away all electronics or give it to someone who will keep it safe and out of your hands

2. If working on a device not school regulated, then make the window full sized. It prevents moving to games or something that will prevent you from working

3. Study with a friend if it helps you review with them(Socializing and studying 2-in-1)

4. Stay organized, keep each subject materials in one place, so you don't have to waste time looking everywhere for them

5. Take breaks every 45 minutes or so. Studying continuously is not a good idea, because it will tire you out faster

6. If you can start it right after school or as early as possible so it won't be needed to stay up late to do it.

GOOD LUCK STUDYING!!!