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[x][edit] - Since being on Advicenators there have been a lot of repetitive questions and innane ones at that. Because of this, I will not be answering as many questions as I had before. To put it simply, some people need to think for themselves. To learn things in life we have to fall down from our hardships, learn from them, and get to our feet again. People aren't just going to spoonfeed you on how to live your life.
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Hey! I'm in my first year of college, and I'm having trouble. It's honestly hard for me to pay attention in class. All teachers do is lecture, lecture, lecture, give a test, and repeat it all over again. I TRY to pay attention and take good notes, but it's never good enough. I've failed half of my tests so far. And since I have 4 more tests coming up within the next 3 weeks, I'm really nervous about those too. You HAVE to do good on tests, because really, that's all your grade is. A bunch of tests.
Does any one have any good study tips for college? It's also hard because they don't give study guides like they did in high school, so I never know what material to study. I really don't know if college is for me. The way I passed high school with As and Bs was..I'd do all the work given, do bad on the tests, and it'd average out to a B. I'm not used to studying. I try, but it doesn't work. Any advice? Thanks.
anonymous -
What I find that works for me is repetition. Constantly review your notes everyday, even if it's little tid-bits every single time. Also, recite your notes aloud as often as possible, and form study groups. In study groups, discuss notes and any misunderstandings you may have, and take turns teaching one another the material via chalkboard, or just notebook paper.
The way I find to really understand my notes is relate it to my life. Relate it to anything significant so it's easier to remember.
I hope this helps, if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask!
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Thank you a bunch for the suggestions. :)
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