Title: 7 Ways To Effectively Prepare For Exams
17 WAYS TO
EFFECTIVELY PREPARE FOR EXAMS
2With the wide variety of curricula and fees in
Dubai schools, the final assessments remain a
common factor in every students academic
journey. It's common for students to make
mistakes during these assessments, often due to
poor preparation or stress. Therefore, it's
crucial for students to learn how to cope with
exam stress and avoid errors that could undermine
their months and years of dedication. Here are 7
ways to ensure that the exam preparation is on
track
3Studying With A Plan
Studying without a plan is like going on an
adventure trip without proper directions. You
might lose your time and focus during the
academic year. To avoid this, map out every
month, week and day by allocating time for
learning. Ensure that the difficult subjects get
more time. A structured study plan helps reduce
exam stress to a great extent.
4Getting Enough Sleep
Students should aim for 7-9 hours of sleep during
the exam days. Anything less than that can
significantly impair performance, as sleep is
crucial for memory retention and cognitive
function. Staying up late reduces stamina and
should be avoided. KHDA Dubai schools encourage
their students to wake up early and increase
their study hours.
5Avoid Skipping Meals
Skipping meals adversely affects brain function
and leads to exhaustion. And it has become a
habit among students. They should be encouraged
to have balanced meals to maintain their energy
levels. Monitoring caffeine intake is also
necessary as it can impact focus.
6Avoid Re-Reading Notes
Re-reading notes may seem effective but is proven
less efficient for memory retention. Instead,
you can try explaining concepts aloud or writing
summaries. These active learning methods will
enhance understanding and retention compared to
passive re-reading.
7Taking Breaks
During intense study periods, students often
overlook breaks, believing more study time
translates to better grades. However, it is the
opposite because the brain needs rest to process
information effectively. Spaced learning where
the students learn for intervals with breaks in
between, like the Pomodoro technique can be
highly effective. This is helpful for those
clueless students who dont know how to
incorporate breaks into study schedules.
8Avoid Last Minute Cramming
Instead of cramming the night before exams,
focus on practising questions and mock papers.
Research has shown that students who cram tend to
have low GPAs because the brain doesnt retain
the information for a long time after being
bombarded with too much information. Studying at
the last minute can also increase stress levels.
But, if this time is used effectively to practice
mock papers, the students can build their
confidence.
9Practice Good Time Management
Managing time properly is critical not only in
exam preparation but also during exams. Poor time
management can cause hurried responses and
incomplete answers during exams. To avoid this,
students should approach each question with a
strategic mindset, and prioritise quality over
quantity.
10In the days leading up to exams avoid skipping
meals or sacrificing sleep. Prioritise study time
and maintain a positive mindset. Ensuring
physical and mental well-being is also essential
during this phase.
11Thanks!