Courses and Exams
How to cram for an exam?
What you need to Study - Knowing how much information you have to cover to be prepared for an exam is essential. Be realistic and make a list. Put the things you already know at the bottom.
How many hours you have to cram - Determine how much time you have. If you are confident in your ability to successfully pull an all-nighter, by all means do so. But if you know you can’t function without sleep, you’re better off setting aside time to get some zzz’s.
Where You Will Study - You’ll need to find a quiet, well-lit place that’s completely devoid of distractions.
Your plan of Attack - Coming up with some sort of game plan before you get started will save valuable time.
Gather a Few Essentials - Before you begin, gather up everything you think you might need to cram for the exam. i.e. computer, textbooks, index cards, pens, highlighters etc.
Study Techniques - The study technique you should use will depend heavily on what kind of learner you are and what kind of test you’re studying for.
Quizzing Yourself - It’s a good idea to quiz yourself midway through your cram session to see how well you’re retaining information. This way you still have time to switch up your study technique if it isn’t working for you.
Remember - Don’t Panic!
Good luck!