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5 EFFECTIVE STUDY TIPS FOR ALL STUDENTS

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Basically, we study in order to understand concepts and pass examinations in our various disciplines. Studying is no easy task. It could become a boring routine. Many students don't fancy personal study. It is important that one engages in a personal study if the goals of scholarship are to be actualized. To get that eye-popping cumulative grade point average (CGPA) , you have to cultivate the habit of personal study. It will also help you master concepts and principles relating to your course of study. I intend to give you quick tips/steps to aid your personal study time and make it worthwhile. The tips are effective when followed to the letter. So, read along with me. RETRIEVAL So you're at home, or you've left the class. You were in class earlier, heard the lecturers presentation and also took down notes. Great! See top 8 reasons why you should not miss classes. To consolidate what you have learnt in class,  try to remember all (is that really possible?) of ...

TOP 8 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD NEVER MISS CLASSES

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If you want good grades, you must be ready to attend classes. Remember you paid tuition. Don't let it waste. This, however, is a less important reason compared to other consequences of truancy. It is advisable that you try as much as possible to be present at all classes in an academic session. How do you intend to ace that examination and obtain that eye-popping CGPA without attending classes? Absenteeism lowers your chances of success, which class attendance guarantees. The benefits of attending classes are outlined below: Obtain marks for class attendance: Lecturers in the university I attended, awarded marks for class attendance. This also applies to many tertiary institutions. This mark could be the difference between getting an A score, and a B. A worthy guide for studying lecture notes and materials: Many textbooks and lecture materials are ambiguous and complex to study. However, when you attend classes, the lecturer, who obviously knows a lot about the subject/...

HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR CGPA

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Many students love quick fixes. This topic is an abridged version of the one I wrote earlier. So if you fall into the group I mentioned above, read on. To improve you CGPA and write that eye-popping CGPA, follow the steps as itemized below. Don't miss classes/lectures. Copy notes but listen more during lecture sessions. Read you notes promptly (don't pile it up).  Seek other relevant course materials and use them (the internet and the library are good sources). Get you own personal academic materials/equipment (calculator, drawing board, pen, mathematical set, meter rule, stencils and the likes depending on your course of study) and carry it about. Choose a suitable study plan and time. Get past question papers and review them. Know your lecturers, their demands and styles. Choose your electives wisely. Make use of reading strategies such as SQ3R. Roll with the good guys (make friends with those well behaved and intelligent coursemates). Be determined and op...

WHY DOING THAT HOMEWORK IS IMPORTANT

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Many students desire eye-popping CGPA's, however they are not willing to pay the price. The price of success is diligence and hard work.  It is commonplace to see assignments/homework  trivialized . Not doing assignments is the secret of mediocrity. Top performers in class know this and work to avoid it.

GETTING THE BEST FROM YOUR LECTURES

It is one thing to attend classes, but getting the best from the lecture session is a different ball game entirely. I have outlined the following as steps to take if you desire to get maximum benefits from your lectures. 1. Come before the lectures begin: endeavor to be at the lecture venue (class) not later than 30 minutes to commencement of the lectures. The benefits of this cannot be over emphasized. It puts the mind in a relaxed mood, ready for learning. You also get the chance to make brief revisions before the lecture commences. Do this a few times and you'll see it becoming a part of you. 2. Sit in the front: O' yes! The back seat they say is meant for late comers and noise makers (*chuckles*). Sit in front where the chances of you being distracted are minimal. You also get to hear the lecturer clearly. 3. Come prepared: just like a farmer goes to the farm with farming implements, go to the class with whatever is required of you or things needed for convenience such as ...