It's that time of the semester - time to CRAM! The semester is wrapping up, and finals are just around the corner. Are you one of the many students who will be losing sleep cramming for finals?
Don't sweat it - it's not too late to study hard and ace your finals! While it's not the ideal way to prepare for your final exams, Questia has the research to help you understand how different study methods work. Take a look at the publications below to learn about other, more effective study methods.
Here are a few helpful hints from Questia to get you ready for the big test:
Review all course materials that your test will cover - lecture notes, readings, and any previous tests
Focus on main points or concepts - don't get too bogged down in the minutiae
Make a cheat-sheet - You can't use it during your exam, but writing down main points will help you remember them later
Study with other members of your class - quiz each other
All about testing. Explore testing methods, types of tests, issues related to standardized testing, and the connection between instruction and assessment: Handbook on Testing> by Ronna F. Dillon
Still sweating? Read suggestions to help you deal with the stress of final exams: Coping with Test Anxiety> in College Teaching by Timothy R. Host & Donna L. Mealey
