How did/do you study?

[vishesh]

Well when you were in school how did you study. I just find this topic intresting 'cause.....

well i do it like this...specially for chemistry

1. pick up the book (of course)
2. see the thickness of chapter
3. count the number of pages
3 start reading
4 after completing 2-3 pages i just relax for....
5. after then i read skip every 3rd or 4th paragraph

[cscgal]

I'm a nerd. I would begin by reading the entire chapter in depth so that I completely understood all of the concepts. I would then read the entire chapter a second time highlighting key points and making note of formulas to memorize, etc. I'd then skim the entire chapter a third time focusing on memorizing new terms and specific formulas.

[WolfPack]

1. pick up the book (of course)
2. Read the preface, introduction, Chapter 1
3. Fall asleep
4. Repeat 1 -3 infinitely, occationally wandering to Chapter 2 and maybe 3.

['Stein]

1. Pick up the book
2. Read the chapter to grasp concepts
3. Reread the chapter, taking notes, and underlining all relevant information in the chapter.
4. Review the notes I've taken.

[vishesh]

I'm a nerd. I would begin by reading the entire chapter in depth so that I completely understood all of the concepts. I would then read the entire chapter a second time highlighting key points and making note of formulas to memorize, etc. I'd then skim the entire chapter a third time focusing on memorizing new terms and specific formulas.

That's what i want to do. I like maths, physics and computer science. But chemistry, english, general studies makes me fall asleep.

Please please please...tell me how do you manage to study that much....i really need some tips.....exams are approaching and i am just sitting like a dumb fellow.

[vishesh]

1. pick up the book (of course) 2. Read the preface, introduction, Chapter 1 3. Fall asleep 4. Repeat 1 -3 infinitely, occationally wandering to Chapter 2 and maybe 3.

hey, you do exactly what i do....:p...give me five1. Pick up the book
2. Read the chapter to grasp concepts
3. Reread the chapter, taking notes, and underlining all relevant information in the chapter.
4. Review the notes I've taken. this i do during my exams(which are approaching)

[WolfPack]

hey, you do exactly what i do....:p...give me five

he he. Yeah. I haven't read any of my reference books until the last chapter. That includes my C/C++ books too.:eek:

When exams are close at hand, I usually do an all nighter and go through my lecture notes and punt my way around the exam paper. It helps that I have read the introductory parts because then I have a birds eye view about what the subject is all about. That enables me to add meat to my barebones answer.:twisted:

[blud]

I buy the books on tape, and play them while I'm sleeping :)

[vishesh]

he he. Yeah. I haven't read any of my reference books until the last chapter. That includes my C/C++ books too.:eek: When exams are close at hand, I usually do an all nighter and go through my lecture notes and punt my way around the exam paper. It helps that I have read the introductory parts because then I have a birds eye view about what the subject is all about. That enables me to add meat to my barebones answer.:twisted:

exactly.....i haven't touched my chemistry book yet. It contains atleast 2000 pages and 2-3 inches thick.
My chemistry exam is nightmare, curse etc etc for me. In hindi there's a word called "tukka" which means something like "waving bat in air(cricket)". Thats what i do in chemistry paper.I buy the books on tape, and play them while I'm sleeping :) Some of my senior coaching fellow do that. Who could bear 2hr chemistry class without sleeping.

[John A]

Well when you were in school how did you study.

Read the book and lecture notes carefully.

Put them away.

Repeat every night until the chapter(s) is/are memorized. :D

[vishesh]

one of my main problem is that i cant be regular in studies. i try to be regular cause only regular studies help in long run

[MattEvans]

I study Computing with Games. At the moment my courses are:

-Computer Programming
-Multimedia Games Development
-Networking, Security and Computer Systems
-3D Animation

So, for the most part, I study actively/practically. I use the Internet to research anything I don't know... And most of my courses are totally coursework based, so I don't go into lessons much.

The only one I have a problem with is Networking Security and Computer systems, I should go into lab sessions to get on the equipment. But me and schedules aren't the best of friends. That course is also 90+% exam based I think... And I did pretty badly on the year 1 exam for the same/equivelent course.

Guess I should get a book and learn ^_-

[mattyd]

Well when you were in school how did you study.

It depends what I was studying:Read all books and highlight\ take extensive notes
Memorize when necessary
Practice Coding and Mathematical concepts to reinforce essentials of material
Use Flashcards to drill myself (I did this primarily when studying for the Network+ certification which was definition heavy. This helped me to pass with a high score. I recommend this technique for any student in any course)
I would not over-study, or in some cases, not study at all. I rarely studied for tests
I find that I study almost everyday even after graduating from school-- it should never end: brushing up on C++/ Python, learning new languages such as Ruby, building websites to standard, working on algorithms for the fun of it, Math, Security, Assembly lang, or such topics as A.I. design-dev and builds.

I also study things via reading such as: Plato, WWII History, British Lit., Physics\ Astronomy, Languages (German, Spanish, and hopefully Greek and Hebrew soon), and Biblical studies.

I love to learn.

[mattyd]

That enables me to add meat to my barebones answer.:twisted:

That's funny. :lol: :cheesy: Well Said. ;)

[goldeagle2005]

Yeah. The Wolf needs meat....

[daveh8546]

i didn't study much or pay attention in class yet i did quite well in my exams..
and now i'm doing a course from home i do this:
1) go to the end of the chapter to the assignment and do a practise run on paper
2) mark that run
3) read the chapter and learn what i got wrong
4) redo the assignment
5) mark the rerun
6) if close to full marks do on the assignment cd and submit for marking

[Sulley's Boo]

hehe woflyyy wolf wocks!

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I didn't used to study -_- until the last min .. yet i did well in my exams .. Thank God

[WaltP]

1: Take notes in class
2: Near test time, glance thru notes
3: If someone else is willing, pass info back and forth before test
4: Plan on opening the book up to the last day of class, then decide to forget it.

[hollystyles]

No-one has mentioned diet?

Oily fish and frsh fruit and veg, regular meals and sleep pattern give your body the ability to concentrate and absorb information for longer periods.

Self motivation, make study time a routine, x hours on x days whatever, the key is to stick to it, a routine so it becomes habit. Always give yourself a little reward when you finish study time. some yummy chocolate, or out for a beer with friends, movie whatever.

Arrange to study together, invite co-students round. Prepare a wopping great lasagna in the oven. Go study. Stuff your faces and crack a bottle of vino tinto at the end.

[Chaky]

Nobody admits cheating the exams neither.