Hi everyone,

Finals week is right around the corner and it is important to have a plan on how to successfully study and take your finals.

• You want to create a timeline for studying for finals by priority. Figure out when and where your finals are. Is it online? Is it during finals week or before? Knowing when your finals are will help in designing your studying schedule.
• Figure out what’s covered. One of the most important things you need to be clear about is what materials are going to be tested on the final. Are readings and discussion sections included, or is the final going to focus on material from the lectures? Knowing the extent of the exam will make it much easier to organize and structure your studying time.
• You’ll find you have a lot easier time studying if you make extra time for it. Put off any unnecessary social obligations or family commitments, and if you’re working, try if at all possible to take 10 days off for the final exam period (or at least trim your work schedule). Even a few strategically placed extra hours can make the difference between doing just OK on finals and doing a really great job. If you can finish your term papers the week before the last week of classes, it’ll free up loads of extra time to study for finals.

Source: http://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/professors-guide/2010/12/10/top-15-hot-tips-for-finals

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