Final Exam Week Survival Kit

Finals week is always stressful.  Here are some things you need to be successful:

Sleep – Remember, it is hard to learn, recall and produce if you are tired and sleepy.

Exercise – This will help you feel physically good which will help you feel mentally good.

A Healthy Diet – This is not the time to eat a lot of junk food.  Concentrate on fruits, veggies, whole grains and lean protein. 

A Plan – Make sure you know when and where your finals are and what will be covered.  Start to study now (actually you should have started weeks ago!) and map out when you are going to study and review for each exam.

Study Strategies – Remember that learning takes varied and repeated exposure to the material spread out over time.  Start now and use several strategies with each subject.  Study for several days leading up to each exam – not just the night before.   Choose strategies in which you are actively involved with the material (making review charts, study cards, using recitation, outlining the material, etc.).

With planning and strategies you will have a successful week and then a well-deserved rest!

Good luck and Happy Holidays!

First Semester Success: Study Strategies and Motivation for Your First Semester (or Any Semester) of College, by Dr. Arden B. Hamer, is now available at wordassociation.com and amazon.com.