Successful students know how to stay focused on the lesson even when they are resting. They can manage their time well, study well regularly, and manage their time when they are in class. During the process, successful students also find out how to enjoy the time, and still get the knowledge they love followed by satisfying achievements.
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Part 1 of 3: Developing the Qualities to Be a Successful Student
Step 1. Prioritize lessons
Successful students know how to succeed because they make learning their top priority. While it's also important to make time for family, friends, extra lessons, even time for yourself, you shouldn't waste time studying. If a very important exam awaits you, and you don't think you're ready, then you should try to start studying two days in advance. This doesn't mean you can't do something you love, but that you need to know when it's time to learn to be your top priority.
It shows that you have to ignore other things in order to learn. If your friends or family members are bothering you, then you can also ignore them for the sake of studying
Step 2. Arrive on time
Stop blaming time and try to be able to manage time. It is very important for you to be able to come on time, either at school or when you will be doing study activities with your friends. by arriving on time, not only will you be better prepared and more focused on the lessons you are about to learn, you will also gain more respect from the people involved in the activity. Therefore, to be a successful student, it is very important that you arrive on time.
One wise man said, “Show yourself is half the war.” If you don't have the commitment to be present and on time, then you can't afford to study
Step 3. Work honestly
This means you have to do your own work, no copying, and no cheating. Cheating won't show you anything, and will get you into other trouble instead. It's meaningless to cheat on a test, it's much better if you really can't do the exam than you get caught cheating. Even if you don't get caught when you cheat, it will still become a bad habit and make you lazy.
Don't be fooled by friends. In some schools, cheating is considered commonplace, and many students practice it so you may be persuaded to do it too. A student pool like this is a dangerous thing which will keep you from reaching your potential
Step 4. Always focus
Successful students will always focus on every task that is being done. If you have to study a chapter of a book an hour, then you have to commit to studying it rather than daydreaming. If you want to take a break, only take a break of about 10 minutes, and don't allow more than that or vice versa. You can also train your brain to be able to concentrate longer. Try to study for 20 minutes, then the next day up to 30 minutes, and so on.
You don't have to focus on 60 or 90 minutes of work. Take 10-15 minutes to rest between these times to recharge your energy so you can refocus on the tasks you have to do
Step 5. Don't compare yourself to others
Students who succeed because they believe in their own abilities. They don't care what other people do, because in the end what matters most is their own success. If you always compare the results of other people's work with the work you do, then you will always blame yourself and you will always be influenced in that mindset. Learn how to always focus on doing things as best you can.
You may have friends who have friends who are always competitive who always compare the results they get or talk about the final score. Don't let that person close to you, and if you don't want to talk about what you did at school, then let them know you don't want to talk about it
Step 6. Improve the results you get
If you want to be a successful student, then you should not aim to be able to change your grades from a “C” average to an “A” average directly. It would be much better if you have a target to increase your score gradually, for example from “C+” then to “B-,” and so on, so that you can manage the progress you want to achieve so that you will not feel disappointed. Successful students learn that it makes much more sense to go step by step than to jump straight to the end. Therefore, if you want to be a successful student, then you must be able to make changes gradually little by little.
Be proud of yourself for every little change you make. Don't give up because you didn't get the perfect result you wanted
Step 7. Get yourself interested in the material
A successful student is not a machine capable of endless learning to get an "A". They will try first to make themselves interested in the existing material, then then exert the ability they can spend to be able to learn it. Of course you won't be immediately attracted to certain materials, but you can try to find something that can increase your enthusiasm for learning while you are in class. This will help you stay focused and will make your study more enjoyable.
If you don't find something to increase your enthusiasm for learning in the classroom, then you can study outside the classroom so that you are more interested in the material
Part 2 of 3: Succeeding in Class
Step 1. Pay attention
If you want to be a successful student, then you should always try to pay close attention when you are in class. Because you don't really like the lesson, you should pay close attention when your teacher explains the material. Avoid texting your friends or chatting with your friends. By listening carefully to your teacher's explanation when you are in class, you can pick up important aspects of the lesson.
- In terms of supporting good attention, it is very important that you always keep your eyes on your teacher.
- If you are confused about something, you can ask the class session. If you are sleepy during class, it will be difficult for you to pay attention properly.
Step 2. Take notes
Taking notes is also an important aspect of being a successful student. The notes you make will not only help you to study the material in the future, but will also make you focus on the time in class, and also you can study the material well because you take notes on the material in your own words. Taking notes will also make you a responsible person in class, and can make you pay close attention to your teacher.
Step 3. Ask
If you really want to be successful in class, then it is very important that you ask your teacher when you are given time to ask questions so you can understand more about the material. You don't have to interrupt during class, but you can still ask questions if you're really confused about the material so you can better understand the material and also make you better prepared for the exam. Asking a question will also help you understand the material.
- At the end of class, you can also check the notes that you have made, and prepare questions for some things that you do not understand to ask the next opportunity.
- Some teachers usually want you to wait until class ends to ask questions. If your teacher is like that, then try to respect him.
Step 4. Participate
. If you want to be a successful student, then it is very important that you participate in the class. Not only should you ask questions if you have them, but you should also try to answer the questions your teacher asks, be an active group member, help your teacher during class, and make sure you are more responsive than the rest of the students. Participating will also help you to build a good relationship with your teacher, as well as help you during class.
- You don't always have to raise your hand every time a question is asked, but make sure you do it right away when the time comes.
- Participating is also very important in a study group. Successful students can work well, both alone and with others.
Step 5. Avoid things that can distract you while in class
If you want to have a good learning experience, then you should try your hardest to stay focused. Avoid sitting near your friends, or classmates who like to chat, and keep away from food, magazines, cell phones, or other things that can distract you. You can do the things you like later, but don't let it get in the way of your studies.
Try not to think about other classes when you are taking a class that is not related to that class. Try to focus on that class, and don't think about other classes
Step 6. Establish a good relationship with your teacher
Another way to become a successful student is to build a strong relationship with your teacher. If you don't like the teacher, at least stay on good terms so your teacher can help you improve your grades. In addition, by building a good relationship with your teacher, you can get more opportunities to ask questions so that you can better understand the material being taught. Studying more actively and more actively in class will help you to become a successful student.
- Don't care what other people think about your relationship with your teacher. You still have to try to be a better student.
- If your teacher likes you much more, then your teacher will be more than happy to help you and answer questions, and will help you master the material even more.
Step 7. Sit in the front if possible
When in class, try to be able to sit in the front row which is close to your teacher. This will make it easier for you to focus on paying attention to your teacher. This will also help you to build a strong relationship with your teacher, especially if your class is large, your teacher will pay more attention to the students sitting in the front row.
Don't worry about what other people think because you always sit in the front row. Do something as good as you can to better understand the material
Part 3 of 3: Succeed in Learning
Step 1. Create a lesson plan for each subject
One way to be successful while you are studying is to make a study plan before class starts. This will help you stay focused, help you achieve your goals, and make you more productive during class. Make a plan about what things you have to do during class, whether it's taking notes, reviewing the material, or asking questions. This will help you avoid confusion or loss of motivation.
Having a list of things you can check can help you to be more motivated. You will feel more successful and will also be more focused during class
Step 2. Adjust your study schedule to your activities
Another method that is no less important is to adjust your study schedule with all the activities you do both on weekdays and on weekends if this is really needed. Even though you still have to do other activities, don't let these activities interfere with your study schedule.
- If you make a schedule for studying, then you should not create other activities in the schedule that can interfere with your learning activities.
- You can also create a monthly schedule to be able to study each material every week, especially if you have a final exam.
Step 3. Find a study method that suits your learning pattern
There are many different learning methods available, and of course not all of them will suit you. Therefore you should try them all if you can to be able to find which method suits you. Here are some learning styles as well as suggestions that might suit you:
- The method of learning through visuals. To learn using this method, you learn by using drawing tools that can help you learn the material you are going to study. You can create a graph, chart, or color note. Make sure you make it big enough so you don't have trouble understanding it.
- The method of learning by listening. To learn using this method, you must record what your teacher says in class. After that, you can listen to the recording later, and also you can match it with the notes you have.
- The learning method uses the movement method. To use this method, you can learn while moving your body, either while walking or doing other activities.
Step 4. Rest
You may not think that by resting you can become a successful student. Even people who have more intelligence need rest so that the brain does not experience fatigue. By resting, your brain will also rest and will also recharge your energy to carry out learning activities later. Take a break from every 60 to 90 minutes of your study, and do things you enjoy to rest your eyes, and get some fresh air.
Successful students know when it's time to rest. They can feel when they feel tired or when learning activities are no longer going well. Do not think that it is a lazy activity, because it can also affect the performance of your brain
Step 5. Avoid distractions
If you want your study to run well, then you must heed all kinds of distractions that arise while you are studying. The disturbance in question, for example, is avoiding meeting with your friends, turning off your cell phone, or turning off your internet connection. Although this will be very difficult to do, try to minimize the distractions you face while you are studying.
- You can turn off your internet connection if it feels necessary, and you can also turn off your mobile phone.
- If you're worried about something, take a few minutes to check on the thing you're worried about, and then get back to studying.
Step 6. Choose a good learning environment
The learning environment is also very decisive if you want to be a successful student. Everyone has different preferences regarding the learning environment. Some people like to study in silence, and some people prefer to study while listening to a song. Some people like to study somewhere other than home, and some prefer to study at home. Try several study settings to find which one suits you best.
If you don't feel comfortable studying in a crowded environment, then you can find a quieter place, such as indoors or in a park
Step 7. Use all the resources you have
Another way to become a successful student is to ensure that you have all the resources to support your learning activities. ask your teacher, the librarian, or your friends to find the materials you need in your study activities. You can also use the online library to find material for the material you are going to study.
Students who are successful in addition to being smart are also very creative. When they don't get the source they need from a book, they will look elsewhere, either the library, ask friends, or look for online sources of material
Step 8. Take part in group learning activities or study groups
By studying together in a study group, it will make you more motivated to be able to master the material. In addition, you can also ask your friends about things that you do not understand from the material you are studying, or you can teach your friends who do not understand the material if you have mastered it first. While this may not work out well for some, it can't hurt to give it a try and maybe it will work for you.
- Not everyone likes to study together. Therefore, try to study with one of your friends first, then if it goes well, then you can invite your other friends to join you.
- Make sure the study group really learns the material related to the lesson to be studied. Do not deviate too far from the main topic in the material being studied. If you feel that the topic discussed has strayed too far from the main topic, then don't hesitate to straighten it out.
Step 9. Remember to have fun
You need to know that doing activities that you enjoy in between your breaks will make you more focused as you continue your study activities. You can do activities like taking a walk with your friends, watching your favorite movie, or you can just take a break to rest your body and brain.
- Having fun will not keep you away from trying to be a successful student. In fact, having fun can increase your enthusiasm for learning better when the time comes.
- Taking time to play together with your friends will also help you to rest your brain.
