Preparing for Mid-term Exam 期中备考小建议

2017-04-25 Kenny Alex

Mid-term exam is coming! 

      转眼间期中考试将至。高中国际课程部的孩子们正面临着好多门功课的复习，一定是马不停蹄，焦头烂额。为了帮助学生更好的备战迎考，我们的外教Kenny和Alex给大家准备了一些小的建议。

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Kenny’s Tips

       Finals week can be a stressful time for all students – and for teachers! So, knowing how to properly prepare for finals is the key to avoiding stress and facing every single one of your exams. Of course, all students would love to relax by receiving massages or by staying in bed and playing video games. 

      But, we all know this isn’t really possible. Tests are the best way to show what you have learned. How then can we lower stress and know that we’re on the right track to excel in each course? Well, here are some proven methods that will have you focused and better prepared for final exams.

01

Say NO to cramming

      Study in intervals! Studying for 20-50 minute and giving yourself 5-10 minutes in between are more beneficial than cramming. Distributing learning over time leads to long-term retention, 

02

Say YES to cardio

      Science says that just 20 minutes of cardio can improve your memory. Whether you’re dancing, jogging or busting a sweat by walking, exercise will increase your energy level and reduce the effects of stress. Very important!

 03

Balanced Diets

      Everybody knows you should eat breakfast the day of a big test. Research suggests that high-carb, high-fiber, slow-digesting foods are the best. But what you eat a week in advance matters, too. The best diet for studying is a balanced one that includes fruits and vegetables, When you study, your brain consumes glucose, so take a five-minute break every hour to let your body produce more fuel for your studying. Eating a healthy snack is very beneficial and can make a significant difference (almonds, fruits, and yogurt are good choices).

04

Alternate study place

      Shake up your exams routine! Studying all the time in one place can be tiring. According to the New York Times, simply alternating the room where a person studies improves retention. Try alternating your study spots between home, a class room, and a quiet coffee house.

05

Time management

      Cramming causes anxiety, which lowers your ability to retain information. By creating a balanced study plan and schedule, you will be able to study each subject in its entirely and ultimately boost your test performance.

06

Avoid the all-nighter

      Many students stay up all night (or very late) the night before a test, but it is a bad idea. All-nighters impair reasoning and memory for as long as four days.  As a result, you will receive lower grades. So, get a good night’s sleep and expect to perform better on tests. (Quick tip: Review the toughest material right before going to bed the night before the test.)

07

MINIMIZE distractions

      Research shows that while many teens prefer to study while listening to music, texting friends, or watching television, they are less likely to retain information that way. If you must listen to music, stick to instrumental music and consider downloading study tools to keep you focused!

Alex’s Tips

      Sleep and eat well. If you don’t feel your best, you won’t do your best.

      Review your notes. Look through your notes and try to explain everything in more detail. Make sure your friends understand your explanation.

      Don’t just look at something and say, “I understand this.” If you can’t explain it, you don’t understand it. Just because it looks familiar doesn’t mean you know it.

      Budget your time. You should spend more time studying for harder subjects and less time studying for easier subjects.

      Use your interests. If you can find something about the material that interests you, you will have an easier time remembering it – try to connect your studies to your own experience.

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BY Kenny

      1.不要死记硬背:不要长时间的死记硬背，一定要记得间隔学习，做到劳逸结合。学习20-50分钟，中间要休息5-10分钟。比起死记硬背，有理解性的记忆更加有效。

      2.做一些有氧运动:科学研究表明，做20分钟的有氧运动可以改善你的记忆力。无论你是跳舞、慢跑还是流汗，锻炼都会增加你的能量水平，减少压力带来的负面影响。

      3.均衡饮食：早餐是一天中最重要的，尤其是考试时，能保证你一天所需的能量。提前考试一周吃什么也很重要。每天都要摄入足量的水果和蔬菜。当你学习时，你的大脑会消耗葡萄糖，所以学习时每小时休息五分钟，让你的身体产生更多的燃料来供你学习。

      4.变换学习地点：在一个地方学习总是很累的。试着在家、教室和安静的咖啡馆之间交替学习，寻找学习的新鲜感。

      5.管理好自己的时间：要给自己拟定一个学习计划和时间表，这样你会复习的更加全面。

      6.避免熬夜：很多学生会在考试前一晚熬夜，但它是一个坏主意。熬夜只会降低你的记忆力，并且熬夜所记住的东西只能保持很短的时间。所以，你一定保持良好的睡眠，这有助于你在考试中取得更好的成绩。另外还有一个小窍门：可以在考试前一晚睡觉前复习最难的材料。这样会记得更牢，考试时也更容易回忆起来。

      7.尽量减少分心：许多学生喜欢一边学习，一边听音乐、发短信给朋友，或看电视，这样的学习效率很低。如果你一定要坚持用一些辅助工具来帮助你学习，可以试一试纯乐器演奏的音乐，或者下载一些学习工具来帮助自己保持对学习的关注度。

BY Alex

1.保证充足的睡眠

2.复习你的笔记

3.不仅要能够理解某个知识点，还要能够用语言解释和表达出来

4.合理分配复习时间

5.合理运用材料中你感兴趣的点来帮助你复习

      关于考前复习的Tips就讲到这里。我们祝愿每一位同学都能在这次期中考试中考出一个理想的成绩。Best wishes to all students！