Exam Revision Tips from Together We Pass
@SVillage In our book on #UNISA studies we listed some stations that play “brain music” that helps you to study. #StudentSA
— TogetherWePass (@TogetherWePass) May 7, 2014
Exam prep tip #1: Explain ur answers to others. Helps get it clear in your head and highlight where you need more work. #UNISA #StudentSA
— TogetherWePass (@TogetherWePass) May 7, 2014
Exam prep tip #2: Organise study groups. Remember to stay on topic, engage and ask questions. #UNISA #StudentSA
— TogetherWePass (@TogetherWePass) May 7, 2014
Exam prep tip #3: Take regular breaks even if you feel pressured. That is regular SHORT breaks that is. :) #UNISA #StudentSA
— TogetherWePass (@TogetherWePass) May 7, 2014
Exam prep tip #4: Be healthy – eat well and exercise. It keeps your brain fresh and reduces exam stress too! #UNISA #StudentSA
— TogetherWePass (@TogetherWePass) May 7, 2014
@GawdlyAngel We find students dont want to revise theory together. They ARE happy doing past papers together & sharing answers. #StudentSA
— TogetherWePass (@TogetherWePass) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @GawdlyAngel
@TogetherWePass #UNISA #StudentSA revising alone in a quite space in a relaxed environment. It helps concentrate
— #Phambili (@GawdlyAngel) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @JHBSTUDENTS
@TogetherWePass I also find that “teaching” the work to a friend helps me understand the work better. #StudentSA
— JHB STUDENTS (@JHBSTUDENTS) May 7, 2014
How do you guys actually study? I find mind maps work wonders ? Any other good methods? #studentsa
— JHB STUDENTS (@JHBSTUDENTS) May 7, 2014
Exam prep 5: finding it difficult to understand the work? Take quick walk or do some push ups to release the frustration and clear your mind
— JHB STUDENTS (@JHBSTUDENTS) May 7, 2014
Exam prep tip 4: read the introduction to the chapter, this is important because it helps you understand what the chapt. Focuses on
— JHB STUDENTS (@JHBSTUDENTS) May 7, 2014
Do you get anxiety when going through your notes right before the exam and struggle to remember the answers or is it just me? #StudentSA
— JHB STUDENTS (@JHBSTUDENTS) May 7, 2014
Exam Prep tip 3: put your phone off and lock it away somewhere, out of sight out of mind #StudentSa
— JHB STUDENTS (@JHBSTUDENTS) May 7, 2014
Exam Prep tip 2: it’s important to snack while you study, but don’t go eating chocolates and drinking coke. Stick to: Fruit, water and nuts
— JHB STUDENTS (@JHBSTUDENTS) May 7, 2014
Exam Prep tip 1: Procrastination is a bitch, instead of entertaining your distractions, just get down to making your notes #StudentSA
— JHB STUDENTS (@JHBSTUDENTS) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @AdeleHarmse1
@TogetherWePass Also READ through everything in your prep – you’ll be surprised what you can remember when you’re struggling in an exam! :)
— Adéle Harmse (@AdeleHarmse1) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @TarineJ
@TogetherWePass always read for understanding not memorizing! when you understand, your brain automatically remembers info! Happy studying♥
— Tarine jeanne (@TarineJ) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @Bendt_01
@togetherwepass yield to time, thus honoring your timetable and definately no procrastination
— Khuthadzo Bele ™ (@Bendt_01) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @LeeNesha
@StuviaSA try fruits and a simple bowl of cereal. Even a healthbar, its enough to keep u going for an exam and its definitely not heavy.
— Flower Child☮: (@LeeNesha) May 7, 2014
.@StuviaSA if you are writing after lunch this gets tricky. Try eating more than an hour before u write. Food has time to digest. #studentSA
— Flower Child☮: (@LeeNesha) May 7, 2014
The day before an exam should not be about STUDYING it should be about REVISING. Remember 2prepare well in advance. #studentSA @LinkwithLisa
— Flower Child☮: (@LeeNesha) May 7, 2014
Summarise long paragraphs using work association that suits ur vocab. Use a simple sentence for a long & complicated paragraph. #studentSA
— Flower Child☮: (@LeeNesha) May 7, 2014
@TogetherWePass there is a great amount of study material on youtube, or download subjects as podcasts on iTunes! #studentSA so simple!
— Flower Child☮: (@LeeNesha) May 7, 2014
I always find discussing a topic with friends or watching a video about a subject makes u understand the theory in a simpler way #studentSA
— Flower Child☮: (@LeeNesha) May 7, 2014
Try not to cram the night before an exam. A good nights rest can do a world of wonder, to rest and re-cooperate ur brain. #studentSA
— Flower Child☮: (@LeeNesha) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @LinkwithLisa
@TogetherWePass @LeeNesha Find video resources online like this … #StudentSA pic.twitter.com/PgzZNvUS9b
— Lisa Links (@LinkwithLisa) May 7, 2014
And if you have a cold – remember to take tissues! Nothing like people sniffing in exams! Grrrrr #studentSA
— Lisa Links (@LinkwithLisa) May 7, 2014
I know this might sound weird – but if you play an instrument – take 5 or 10 minutes to play the piano or guitar -works wonders! #StudentSA
— Lisa Links (@LinkwithLisa) May 7, 2014
TIP: Avoid your friends before an exam, they can be off-putting and may confuse your thoughts. #StudentSA
— Lisa Links (@LinkwithLisa) May 7, 2014
Collaboration is powerful. Get some good study partners – and share notes. Work together. #StudentSA
— Lisa Links (@LinkwithLisa) May 7, 2014
TIP: don’t drink night before an exam – nothing worse than writing an exam with a hangover! #StudentSA #examstress
— Lisa Links (@LinkwithLisa) May 7, 2014
TIP: some exams need to be completed in pen, & some in pencil. Ensure that you know what you need & have a spare! #StudentSA
— Lisa Links (@LinkwithLisa) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from Stuvia
@TogetherWePass @TheRoomLink @JHBSTUDENTS. Reward yourself after each study session, motivation is key.#StudentSA
— StuviaSA (@StuviaSA) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @JameelaAbilu
@TheRoomLink @TogetherWePass @VerniHunii yEs after a chapter/ section wil wrK coz I’ll take it as a shrt break n reward 4finishing a chapter
— Jameela (@JameelaAbilu) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from Study Techniques
I have an Exam in 11 days. Started studying today with notes from @StuviaSA & Revision/ Old exam papers from @TogetherWePass #StudentSA
— J.P. (@StudyTechniques) May 7, 2014
Write NB Facts/ Info on Sticky Notes and paste them all over your room/ house. Seeing/ reading them every minute will help #studentSA
— J.P. (@StudyTechniques) May 7, 2014
“Finding it difficult to understand the work? Take quick walk or do some push ups to release the frustration and clear your mind” #studentSA
— J.P. (@StudyTechniques) May 7, 2014
… Make a story. You will remember the story better and will be able to recall the Keywords and facts much better and easier. #studentSA
— J.P. (@StudyTechniques) May 7, 2014
#StudentSA All about Studying smarter not harder, especially if u are pressed for time or working. Dont do parrot style learning, but …
— J.P. (@StudyTechniques) May 7, 2014
… Instead you a technique where you make notes, identify keywords, associate it with a picture, link pictures together to … #studentSA
— J.P. (@StudyTechniques) May 7, 2014
#StudentSA Use Colour, Keywords, Hand drawn Pictures, Association Links in your Study notes for Exam Prep. Avoid Abstract words…
— J.P. (@StudyTechniques) May 7, 2014
#11th hour studying… Summarizing each chapter on 1x A4 page, reading over & understanding + past papers saved me before #StudentSA
— J.P. (@StudyTechniques) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @Dean_Elson
@TogetherWePass #StudentSA it’s never too early to start with revision… Don’t underestimate the value of a little work done daily
— Dean Elson (@Dean_Elson) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @TimHermolle
Study the form… past papers were always a good clue as to what will come up #StudentSA
— Tim Hermolle (@TimHermolle) May 7, 2014
Beware of taking too much time at the start of the exam though https://t.co/zueDhDNFg1 #StudentSA
— Tim Hermolle (@TimHermolle) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from Student Village
We all use our phones to check the time. Opt for a watch so ur phone does not distract u when u study. #StudentSA @LinkwithLisa @StuviaSA
— Student Village (@SVillage) May 7, 2014
Take away the temptation of checking FB and Twitter by switching ur phone OFF & and keeping it away from your study area. #StudentSA
— Student Village (@SVillage) May 7, 2014
Exam Prep tip 3: put your phone off and lock it away somewhere, out of sight out of mind #StudentSa
— JHB STUDENTS (@JHBSTUDENTS) May 7, 2014
Music is a go to item for studying for students. But lyrics can confuse your brain, stick to classical music or good ol silence. #StudentSA
— Student Village (@SVillage) May 7, 2014
Make sure to study in a quiet place where there are no distractions. Even a fly on the wall becomes interesting when studying. #StudentSA
— Student Village (@SVillage) May 7, 2014
TIP: carry extra pens! No one needs the stress of finding a pen in the middle of the exam. Sounds silly, but sure is helpful. #StudentSA
— Student Village (@SVillage) May 7, 2014
Past papers are like candy in the studying game. It will help u to find out what questions could look like in upcoming exams. #StudentSA
— Student Village (@SVillage) May 7, 2014
When in doubt, google! Do your research, if u do not understand ur notes. It could be the mark btwn pass & fail. #StudentSA @LinkwithLisa
— Student Village (@SVillage) May 7, 2014
Try not to highlight too much in your textbooks, rather paraphrase the work to suit you! #StudentSA @LinkwithLisa @JHBSTUDENTS @StuviaSA
— Student Village (@SVillage) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @LiezlHesketh
TIP: Try to Relax, if you can, by lightly reading over your notes for the next day. #StudentSA
— Liezl Hesketh (@LiezlHesketh) May 7, 2014
TIP: Do not rush but do not be late. Plan a bit of extra time just in case. #StudentSA #examstress
— Liezl Hesketh (@LiezlHesketh) May 7, 2014
Here’s a TIP: make sure you get a good night’s sleep, but don’t take sleeping tablets! #StudentSA #examseason
— Liezl Hesketh (@LiezlHesketh) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @kozzikan
Sardines is your friend while studying (High level of brain boosting Omega-3’s). Not so much before an exam paper #SardineBreath #StudentSA
— Omar Ally (@kozzikan) May 7, 2014
Never discuss theory with other students right before an exam. You WILL doubt yourself and go blank in the paper #StudentSA
— Omar Ally (@kozzikan) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from TheRoomLink
TIP: Not everyone can to last minute reviewing, so don’t worry if you can’t. #StudentSA
— TheRoomLink (@TheRoomLink) May 7, 2014
Another TIP: Do not try to cram new information in the night before an exam. #StudentSA
— TheRoomLink (@TheRoomLink) May 7, 2014
The environment you’re studying in is as important as studying itself. Noisy house? MOVE! Find a new place to live. #StudentSA
— TheRoomLink (@TheRoomLink) May 7, 2014
TIP: A leisurely breakfast and a walk around the grounds is a good start before any exam. #StudentSA @StudentBrands
— TheRoomLink (@TheRoomLink) May 7, 2014
exam prep: gaining thirty minutes each day would give an extra two-and-a-half hrs a week, which may allow you a night off. #studentsa
— TheRoomLink (@TheRoomLink) May 7, 2014
what NOT to do: Texting friends or twittering for 3 hours – with good intentions to revise – won’t help! #StudentSA
— TheRoomLink (@TheRoomLink) May 7, 2014
TIP: plan for the unexpected. Allow extra time for traffic jams, problems & hold ups #StudentSA
— TheRoomLink (@TheRoomLink) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @Daptio
Use adaptive learning test prep – if you are doing #ECS1501 at #UNISA you can ask @togetherwepass about this. Amazing technology!
— Daptio (@Daptio) May 7, 2014
Exam stress good or bad? Bad – can make you sick. Good – lights a fire 2 make u STUDY. Managing the stress is the trick! #UNISA #StudentSA
— Daptio (@Daptio) May 7, 2014
Exam Preparation. By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail. Benjamin Franklin. #UNISA join our exam prep discussion 9pm on #StudentSA
— Daptio (@Daptio) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @TabbyBailey
@StudyTechniques I find that summarising as I work through a course helps. But summarising that summary to learn was also key. #StudentSA
— Tabitha Bailey (@TabbyBailey) May 7, 2014
Great tip: put past exam questions on your phone as reminders which come up regularly to keep testing you throughout the day! #StudentSA
— Tabitha Bailey (@TabbyBailey) May 7, 2014
I guess I would also say write notes. Write full notes and then reduce them. Write write and rewrite – only way I remember. #UNISA…
— Tabitha Bailey (@TabbyBailey) May 7, 2014
My best tip – dont cram. But too late to say that now right? Second best tip – past papers. Do as many as you can. #UNISA #StudentSA
— Tabitha Bailey (@TabbyBailey) May 7, 2014
Exam Preparation. By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail. Benjamin Franklin. #UNISA join our exam prep discussion 9pm on #StudentSA
— Tabitha Bailey (@TabbyBailey) May 7, 2014
Exam Revision Tips from @ThamTvundhla
@unisaradio #unisa @TogetherWePass Always check your exam timetable from time2time to avoid missing an exam or mixing dates..STAY MOTIVATED
— Vundhla Inc. (@ThamTvundhla) May 7, 2014
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