STUDY SKILLS

TIPS ON HOW TO STUDY…

TIP 1:Study in a quiet place that is free from distractions and interruptions.

Try to create a space that you can use only for studying purposes if it is possible…

TIP 2Make a study timetable that

shows what subjects you need to study

Then structure them as tasks in the order that you will like to learn your subjects

Put a date next to each task so that you can learn the work by that time

This will help you with your study load in terms of your subjects

TIP 3Try to study at the time of day that suits you best

Some students prefer to study in the mornings while others prefer the night

TIP 4Make sure that you are well

nourishedYou should not be sleepy, tired

or hungry as you will not accomplish your tasks

You will not be able to concentrate and absorb the information

Your mind, body and soul has to be in top form so you can prepare yourself

TIP 5:Concentrate on one task at a timeDo not overload yourself with

work that needs to be learnt as this can cause you to mix up your work

One thing at a time will allow you to learn and understand the work better

TIP 6:Break your work up into smaller parts as this will make things easier

A big chapter can be broken up in parts so you wont feel tired thinking of all the work you have to learn before you can even start

TIP 7: Make sure you are relaxed and not

stressed Being relaxed helps you to study

better and you will remember your work

Do some simple exercises to help you concentrate before you start

Don’t think about petty issues like your girlfriend/ boyfriend as this will not allow you to achieve your goals

TIP 8: Ensure that your mind and body is

physically and mentally prepared before you study

Do not think about how much you have to study

Focus on studying the work you know and finishing the task you set for that time

Don’t say I will do it tomorrow because then you have twice as much work to complete

TIP 9:Whatever subject you are

studying, make it interesting and exciting

Use real life examples, draw mind maps, use acronyms and personal experiences

These will help you remember and helps you create an interest in what you are studying

TIP 10Take a break when you think you

have learnt a sufficient amount of work

Go for a stretch or walkHave lots of water to drink Don’t allow your body and mind to

go into sleep mode

GOOD LUCK!!! I hope that these tips help you to study

better and remember your work

You are the creator of your own destiny so start with the basics…

Fiona Maistry