Back To School With Success: 11 Tips To Jump-Start Your Semester By James Malinchak

By Troy Dickson


Part 1 of 2

School will begin soon. It's time to return to books and lectures, and if you're a student programmer, programming board duties. You are faced with the challenge of having a successful semester. To do so, it's necessary to start with the right mindset. Here are a couple of tips that is going to help you to "jump-start" your semester so that you'll learn and achieve as much as possible. While these tips are academically oriented, it is crucial to remember that success in one area inspires success in others. Also, keep in mind that a number of these tips may be applicable to your extra-curricular responsibilities, too. Use them to gain advantage in several aspects of your college life as possible and enjoy your success!

The Eleven Tips

1. Participate in class.

A fantastic way to make a positive impression on instructors is by taking part in class. While many students may sit in class distracted, make sure you're not one of them. You're only in class for a short period of time, so make the effort to pay attention and participate in class. Active participation shows your teacher that you have a sincere interest in learning what they're teaching. You'll also retain more information if you participate in discussions, ask questions and formulate your own opinions. Take the initiative to participate in discussions with teachers outside of class. This offers further evidence of your interest and brings about additional learning opportunities.

2. Create a study chart.

School itself can be stressful enough. Do not add more stress to your life. Do not wait until the last minute of the day to complete your assignments. Those who wait until the last minute rarely complete the work well. Work to complete your assignments ahead of time. When you receive an assignment, take a few minutes to determine how long it will take to complete it. Develop a work schedule by breaking down your assignment into minor tasks. Use a calendar to mark the days you will complete each task. Then simply follow your schedule. You will be amazed at how easy it is to finish your assignments ahead of time, especially if you break them down and plan a work schedule.

3. Create a study chart.

School itself can be stressful enough. Do not add more stress to your life. Do not wait until the last minute of the day to complete your assignments. Those who wait until the last minute rarely complete the work well. Work to complete your assignments ahead of time. When you receive an assignment, take a few minutes to determine how long it will take to complete it. Develop a work schedule by breaking down your assignment into minor tasks. Use a calendar to mark the days you will complete each task. Then simply follow your schedule. You will be amazed at how easy it is to finish your assignments ahead of time, especially if you break them down and plan a work schedule.

4. Work in two-hour blocks of time.

Research has shown that more information is retained when learning occurs through a consistent and systematic approach. Cramming the night before an exam or pulling an all-nighter exhausts your mind and body, thereby making you less likely to retain information. In addition, the added stress of not feeling fully prepared can have a negative effect on our memory during the exam. Prepare yourself by working ahead of time.

5. Work in two-hour blocks of time.

Research has shown that more information is retained when learning occurs through a consistent and systematic approach. Cramming the night before an exam or pulling an all-nighter exhausts your mind and body, thereby making you less likely to retain information. In addition, the added stress of not feeling fully prepared can have a negative effect on our memory during the exam. Prepare yourself by working ahead of time.

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