DO'S AND DONT'S ON EXAM DAY

Don't Panic

• Calm down- Don't panic.Panic will only make your situation worse. If you panic, take deep breaths  and think that you CAN do this.You're smart enough to realize you need to study days in advance. 

• Determine what material needs to be covered-  Most exams cover specific subjects and material, and it's important to know which material or components you need to study. Otherwise, you may be using your precious remaining study time incorrectly. Ask your teacher about the subjects you'll be tested on and which chapters you need to cover.Study the most important topics first. Exams usually cover a few core ideas, concepts, or skills. Review sheets, the highlighted topics in textbooks, and the parts your teacher stressed repeatedly are all clues as to what are the really important topics or components.

• Make a study plan- Determine what subjects you don't know as much about  and include more study sessions on these topics. The aspects you know more about still need reviewing, but they will come easier, so try to focus on the more challenging topics.

• Figure out your study methods.-Use tools that will help you to study. Tools like flash cards may be boring, but really help memorize important things.

Take Notes

• Take notes and ask Questions-It's never too late, and the sessions before the exam are usually for review, which is just what you need. If you're studying and happen to come across a part you can't understand, write it down. Ask your teacher either during class or during office hours. And don't worry – you aren't dumb if you ask questions. Questions mean that you're actively paying attention, and you're learning. Besides, a question ahead of time could mean a better grade on the exam.

• Find your resources-Your textbook, notes, online sources, classmates, teachers, and possibly your family members can all be of use. Old assignments are especially good, as some exams have questions directly off homework.

• Ask for help-Classmates can be helpful in studying, but choose someone who will help you, not the friend you tend to goof off with. Ask help from your parents or siblings; they may really appreciate being asked.

• Try and complete two Model Question  (each subject) in this time.

• Have a fixed time of sleep and relaxation (including TV time).

• Meditate and give auto suggestions every day, to be calm in the exam situation.