Preparing for the Exams
Why exam fear ?
It is exam time. When the exam time comes (especially Feb to April of every year), the academic pressure is increased by parents, teachers and other well wishers. The exam anxiety and stress are increasing.
Honestly, tell me students, are you writing the exam first time ? Definitely not.
Right from Pre-KG, you have been writing hundreds of exams. So, this annual exam is also another exam like the exams you wrote in the past. Only exception is the question paper, which is set by an outsider. The answer sheets are valuated by outsiders. Except these two, nothing is new. Same old pattern continues. Hence, why fear about exams ?
If we follow the simple tips, preparing for examinations may not be difficult.
1. Have self confidence that you can write the exams well and get good marks. Even when some portions are left out to be covered, don’t lose confidence. Plan and allocate time to study it.
2. Prioritize: Have a proper schedule of revising, once the exam calendar is announced. Strict to the schedule, though little bit delay may be there.
3. Give a commitment to you and to your parents that you are going to finish this portion today. You will honour your commitment.
4. Take breaks: Every 40 minutes of reading, take ten to fifteen minutes rest. Then only you can have a concentrated studying.
5. Mark the important points, so that next revision will be easy.
6. Eat a well-balanced diet and drink lots of fluids. Even taking water (two sips) at frequent intervals will be helpful.
7. Don’t postpone the portions to be covered till the eleventh hour. Cramming leads to panic and tension.
8. Don’t compare yourself with others. You are unique and your power is unique..
9. Never lend any books or notes to your friends/classmates. They may delay the returning the books/notes, which may affect your schedule. Instead let them to take a copy at your place.
10. Practice by writing the answers, so that you will be familiar with the technical words as well as the time taken to write for each topic
11. Never go to the exam hall with empty stomach. This will make you to suffer from headache, acidity, etc. Half-filled stomach is the best. Atleast, one cup of milk with two/three biscuits is a good combination.
12. Practice Mathematics one hour every day to overcome the fear and anxiety.
13. Practice old question papers. These give you a clear clue as to what examiners generally look for
14. Make a condensed summary or outline of the material reviewed and study it thoroughly
15. Avoid outside food, junk food now onwards till the exams are over. Stick to only homely food, light, easily digestible food. Avoid oily food (like Poori, etc)
16. Plan your work and work your plan properly. If planning and execution are good, you need not wake up till 1 o’ clock or 2 o’ clock in the night. Only revision should be done on the previous night.
17. Atleast 6 hours of good sleep is required the previous night. Otherwise, it will have an impact on your memory. Recalling will be difficult.
18. Learn from the past mistakes.
19. Avoid tight fitting dresses. Wear comfortable clothing.
20. Throughout the exam period, maintain a good relationship with your siblings and parents. Avoid emotional outbursts. Otherwise, it will spoil your mood and memory.
21. Unless it is medically required, avoid any medicines/tablets. Many medicines will bring drowsiness.
22. Reward yourself or cheer yourself as soon as you finished revising one portion thoroughly.
23. Have a positive self talk often:
I am self confident
I am powerful
I am an achiever
My memory is excellent
I can do well
24. As soon as the exams are over, never do post-martem analysis with another student. This will demotivate you if you find that you have written something wrongly. Your positive attitude towards the next examination will be affected.
25. Avoid TV. Audio-visual effects will strain your mood to concentrate for studying After one hour TV viewing, you cannot concentrate on your studies. TV should not spoil your future.
All winners had clear goals and worked towards that. If you have decided to win, who can stop your success ? Go ahead and achieve !
Remember, you are the designer of your life.
All the best !
-A.Shanmugasundaram
Course Director
VALUE PLUS
Chennai
098404 85595
It is exam time. When the exam time comes (especially Feb to April of every year), the academic pressure is increased by parents, teachers and other well wishers. The exam anxiety and stress are increasing.
Honestly, tell me students, are you writing the exam first time ? Definitely not.
Right from Pre-KG, you have been writing hundreds of exams. So, this annual exam is also another exam like the exams you wrote in the past. Only exception is the question paper, which is set by an outsider. The answer sheets are valuated by outsiders. Except these two, nothing is new. Same old pattern continues. Hence, why fear about exams ?
If we follow the simple tips, preparing for examinations may not be difficult.
1. Have self confidence that you can write the exams well and get good marks. Even when some portions are left out to be covered, don’t lose confidence. Plan and allocate time to study it.
2. Prioritize: Have a proper schedule of revising, once the exam calendar is announced. Strict to the schedule, though little bit delay may be there.
3. Give a commitment to you and to your parents that you are going to finish this portion today. You will honour your commitment.
4. Take breaks: Every 40 minutes of reading, take ten to fifteen minutes rest. Then only you can have a concentrated studying.
5. Mark the important points, so that next revision will be easy.
6. Eat a well-balanced diet and drink lots of fluids. Even taking water (two sips) at frequent intervals will be helpful.
7. Don’t postpone the portions to be covered till the eleventh hour. Cramming leads to panic and tension.
8. Don’t compare yourself with others. You are unique and your power is unique..
9. Never lend any books or notes to your friends/classmates. They may delay the returning the books/notes, which may affect your schedule. Instead let them to take a copy at your place.
10. Practice by writing the answers, so that you will be familiar with the technical words as well as the time taken to write for each topic
11. Never go to the exam hall with empty stomach. This will make you to suffer from headache, acidity, etc. Half-filled stomach is the best. Atleast, one cup of milk with two/three biscuits is a good combination.
12. Practice Mathematics one hour every day to overcome the fear and anxiety.
13. Practice old question papers. These give you a clear clue as to what examiners generally look for
14. Make a condensed summary or outline of the material reviewed and study it thoroughly
15. Avoid outside food, junk food now onwards till the exams are over. Stick to only homely food, light, easily digestible food. Avoid oily food (like Poori, etc)
16. Plan your work and work your plan properly. If planning and execution are good, you need not wake up till 1 o’ clock or 2 o’ clock in the night. Only revision should be done on the previous night.
17. Atleast 6 hours of good sleep is required the previous night. Otherwise, it will have an impact on your memory. Recalling will be difficult.
18. Learn from the past mistakes.
19. Avoid tight fitting dresses. Wear comfortable clothing.
20. Throughout the exam period, maintain a good relationship with your siblings and parents. Avoid emotional outbursts. Otherwise, it will spoil your mood and memory.
21. Unless it is medically required, avoid any medicines/tablets. Many medicines will bring drowsiness.
22. Reward yourself or cheer yourself as soon as you finished revising one portion thoroughly.
23. Have a positive self talk often:
I am self confident
I am powerful
I am an achiever
My memory is excellent
I can do well
24. As soon as the exams are over, never do post-martem analysis with another student. This will demotivate you if you find that you have written something wrongly. Your positive attitude towards the next examination will be affected.
25. Avoid TV. Audio-visual effects will strain your mood to concentrate for studying After one hour TV viewing, you cannot concentrate on your studies. TV should not spoil your future.
All winners had clear goals and worked towards that. If you have decided to win, who can stop your success ? Go ahead and achieve !
Remember, you are the designer of your life.
All the best !
-A.Shanmugasundaram
Course Director
VALUE PLUS
Chennai
098404 85595
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