1. Pace Yourself
Treat finals week like a marathon, not a sprint. Trying to cram a semester's worth of information into your head in one night can backfire. So, make sure to pace yourself for finals week and start studying early.
2. Make a Study Schedule
Create a study schedule to avoid panicked cramming the night before an exam. Mark off blocks of time to study for different subjects. When creating a schedule, avoid devoting entire days to material from one class. Breaking up your schedule into multiple shorter study sessions can actually improve retention.
3. Test Your Knowledge
As you're studying, test what you know. That could mean using flashcards or asking a friend to quiz you. Or use practice questions, study guides, and/or textbook quizzes to test yourself. By testing yourself as you go, you can focus on the areas where you need the most practice as opposed to repeating material you know well.
4. Team Up With Study Buddies
Study groups and study partners are another great way to test your knowledge. Just do your best to stay focused and avoid distractions.
5. Get Outside
Don't forget to take breaks and get some fresh air during finals week. Plus, outside time can be good for your mental health. Physical activity helps reduce stress, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America.
6. Schedule Sleep Time
A missed night of sleep can negatively impact your memory and logical reasoning skills — the exact opposite of what you want during finals week. And long-term sleep deprivation is even worse for academic performance. Even if it seems counterproductive, you might be better off getting eight hours of sleep before an exam instead of pulling an all-nighter.
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