Summary
Draw up a study plan that suits you, don’t borrow from friends
Set realistic goals and work towards them to maximise learning outcomes
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class X and XII examinations are just days away and schools are doing their best to ensure students are well-prepared. Words of encouragement and tips from educators can do wonders for students’ confidence in the last leg of the board exam journey.
Edugraph caught up with Anjana Saha, the principal of Mahadevi Birla World Academy, who shared five tips for successful exam preparations:
One plan does not fit all
One size does not fit all when it comes to revision or study plan. Each student needs to have his or her own plan, something that he or she is comfortable with.
Students often try to mimic the study plan or regimen of their peers. But what works for one student does not work for another. While one student can study at a stretch for hours, another may need to study with short breaks in between. Adopting a study plan based on your capacity is important.
Keep learning outcomes mapped
Study planning goes hand in hand with mapping one’s learning outcomes. You need to chalk out what you need to do to get your desired learning outcome. Take short mock tests for a better understanding of your preparation and adjust your study plans accordingly to maximise learning outcomes. This will ultimately translate to better marks.
Set realistic goals
Setting realistic study goals when planning revisions is most important. Study plans must be drawn up by taking several factors such as time and chapter-length into consideration. You must look for achievement rather than negation.
Complete an objective before moving on
Move on to the next goal with a clear head. Piling on several topics and jumping from topic to topic or subject to subject is not an optimal study plan. You must focus on a goal and complete it before moving on to the next one. This ensures that you are thorough with the topics you can cover during the revision time. It also maximises retention of topics as you are able to focus on one objective at a time.
Enjoy the assessment
It may sound like an anomaly to say ‘enjoy assessments’. However, it is possible to enjoy assessments when you feel validated. Take small tests and assessments where you grade yourself and see whether there are gaps. Self-administered tests and self-learning are the best way to combat the fear of assessments. You should enjoy whatever you do, which includes board exams. Having a positive attitude towards exams leads to success.
Last updated on 18 Apr 2022
