Tired of getting bad grades in every class you take? If so, and if you're determined to be a smarter student at school, try reading this article for the full tip!
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Step 1. Do your homework
Hardly any student likes to be given homework; but actually, doing homework will help you remember various materials that are still fresh in your mind. In addition, your teacher will immediately know if there is a concept or material that you don't understand by checking your homework.
Step 2. Take notes for each class
As troublesome as it sounds, jotting down the material will actually provide you long-term benefits. While taking notes, your brain will be encouraged to absorb and remember the information that is being recorded. In addition, your reading material before the exam will be more complete, right?
Focus on noting vocabulary and terms. Knowing the definitions of different terms in science or language class will of course go a long way in improving your academic achievement. In addition, it is likely that your teacher will also give additional marks for students who are diligent in taking notes
Step 3. Get into the habit of reading every night
Reading is a very beneficial habit for all ages. Besides being effective in enriching your vocabulary, spelling, and grammar, reading will also broaden your perspective and enrich your creative ideas. Challenge yourself to read various genres such as classics, nonfiction, autobiographies, and other non-academic genres. If your school has a library, try visiting it during recess to stimulate your brain before returning to class.
Step 4. Study your printed book and notes
Do this especially for materials that are difficult for you to understand. Take your printed book home and review the materials you have (and will) study. If you are used to reviewing material at night, quizzes or sudden exams will no longer be a scary specter for you!
Step 5. Use illustrated information cards
Illustrated information cards will really help you to learn geography, vocabulary, math, etc. Ask someone to help you guess about the various information on the card; Help yourself to memorize material in a fun way!
Step 6. Take your material home to study at home
Try giving footnotes or summarizing what you read; trust me, doing so will make it easier for you to write book reviews or essays later. If necessary, paste post-it notes on pages that contain important information or references for you.
Step 7. Do further research
After school and after you finish your homework, try to review what you learned that day. To complete your understanding, also read newspapers, online articles, essays, or books that are relevant to the material you are studying. Make sure you also read your worksheet or quiz results and complete your notes.
- Learn new things every day. For example, take time to learn a new mathematical term or vocabulary every night. If necessary, try subscribing to a site that allows you to receive a new word on Twitter or email every day.
- Do a little research before taking the class. For example, try searching for the dichotomous key before taking science class or the identity of the composer before music class. You can also read a collection of poems before taking a literature class or gather information on various historical periods before taking a history class.
Step 8. Open your horizons about the latest things
Diligently read the newspaper and watch the news! Trust me, doing so can help improve your performance in the political or social class; In addition, your understanding of the world you currently live in will also broaden.
Step 9. Join an extracurricular club
Academic clubs such as debate clubs, journalism clubs, chess clubs, and math clubs can improve your academic perspective. Apart from that, you can also meet people with similar interests and learn a lot of new things from them.
Joining a guitar club or other instrument may not help your social life significantly, but it will still expand your mindset
Step 10. Have an agenda book
In the book, record all your assignments, deadlines for submitting assignments, exam dates, etc. Do it so that your life is more organized and reduces the potential for forgetting.
Step 11. Establish a good relationship with your teacher
Remember, a teacher's responsibility is to educate and help you. Therefore, treat them with kindness and courtesy; show your seriousness by paying attention to their explanations, asking questions, raising your hand to answer questions, etc. Take the initiative to offer – and ask for – help if needed.
Step 12. Try writing a story or keeping a diary in your spare time
Doing so can train your grammar, syntax, and creative writing skills. Trust me, your teacher will definitely know if you get used to taking the time to write.
Step 13. Do a science experiment at home and show it to your teacher
For example, try making a volcanic eruption with paper, a sundial, or even making salt crystals! In addition to potentially impressing your teacher, you may also get additional value for it.
Step 14. Balance your academic and non-academic life
In fact, you also need to have fun and socialize to become a healthier and happier person. Remember, everyone needs to rest! Therefore, travel frequently with your friends or family and have fun. Who says smart students can't do it?
Tips
- Don't worry if you don't have a boyfriend yet. Trust me, you have plenty of time for romantic relationships when you're older! After all, romantic relationships that are formed at a young age are often filled with drama that has the potential to disrupt your grades and academic focus. Give yourself time to mature before doing it!
- Keep well. Eating nutritious foods on a regular basis can increase your academic value, you know!
- Get 8-10 hours of sleep every night. Getting enough rest every night can help you stay focused and energized the next day.
- Do not push yourself. Believe me, growing up with a perfectionist attitude is often not healthy for a person's brain development; As a result, your potential for failure in both academic and non-academic fields is even greater.
- If you want to remember some important information, try saying it several times before going to bed at night; This method is effective in helping you remember the material better.
- Be diligent in reading books, no matter how hard it is for you. Remember, the habit of reading can broaden your perspective, mindset, and knowledge; In addition, your language skills will improve after that.
Warning
- If you are a victim of bullying at school, immediately tell your parents or teachers about the problem you are experiencing!
- If you're having trouble at school, don't hesitate to ask the adults around you for help.
- If your teacher is fierce, don't be afraid or feel inferior; keep paying attention to the explanations and do your job well.
