This semester, I am required to write a paper for my Anthropology and Lit. Studies class (due during the last week of classes), create a website for my Digital Media class (due on Tuesday of finals week) and my Media Revolutions class requires a final (set for Monday of finals week). Although I may not have a final in each class like some other students do on campus, there are similar ways to de-stress for finals and have a successful last few days!
1. Before finals week approaches, ask your professor questions! If you didn't understand a topic, your professor will be more than happy to answer your questions. You never know... it may be on the exam!
2. STUDY! We all know that we have to study for finals, but be smart about it.
- Take breaks! (For example, study for 30 minutes and take a 5-7 minute break.)
- Rewrite your notes! Organize your notebook to make studying easier.
- Have a study buddy! Help each other out on topics one doesn't understand... this can help but don't get distracted.
- Noisy in the dorm? Go to the Library! Their hours are flexible during finals week.
- DO NOT waste valuable study time. Get bored? Change subjects, it'll keep your mind moving.
3. Get enough rest. The more relaxed and awake you are during the exam, the more focused you'll be!
4. Eat healthy. Think of what Mom would want you to eat.
5. DO NOT LEAVE STUDYING FOR THE DAY BEFORE. Don't cram the info. into your head, because most likely you won't remember most of the material.
If you stick to a list like this one mentioned above, you should have a stress-free, successful finals week. My high school Physics teacher once told my class this: "Do not study 24 hours before the exam. Eat right and relax that day. You should know the material by then, because if you don't, the last 24 hours will not suffice a full semester's worth of info."
Good luck on finals SMC!
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