Good Study

Begin the new school year with good study practices that will see you managing the year competently and with ease. Chances are no matter what level of education you are entering this year; high school, graduate or post-graduate, there will be tests, exams, research papers, essays and term papers across a range of subjects. Getting on top of these early is a good practice and for many students, this will be made easier by course outlines provided at the start of the year. Course outlines provide information about the layout of the course, the expected completion dates for the year and when research papers, term papers and other course criteria is due. In this way planning for the year is made much easier.

Although it isn’t necessary to begin writing essays or term papers due at the end of a course or module, it pays to look at the options now and as the course proceeds look for, and take note of, information that might be relevant when it comes time to begin research and writing. An overview of the year will also enable you to set aside intense exam periods and times nearing paper due-dates for study and revision. Social events, work and other interests can be slotted around study times. In this way you’ll effectively avoid over-committing yourself and diminish pre-exam or due-date stress.

In addition to creating an annual plan based upon the course outline, it is a great idea to establish relationships right at the beginning of the year. Get to know your professors, tutors and mentors now before the course kicks into full gear and when things do get crazy, or you need guidance, advice or extended deadlines you will feel comfortable approaching these people for help. They may also be the people you need to choose to conduct ongoing research projects in the future so it is good to begin building academic relationships now. Plan now and stress less later.