Study Plan for Matrics

 

Education experts recommend study plan as vital while approaching exams as a guide and discipline device. Many students get tempted to use their holiday recess for fun and games, says Prof. Peliwe Lolwana, visiting Senior Researcher at Wits University. She adds that, students get tempted to forget about schoolwork as soon as they get a break. The sitting for matric exam final is different and challenging from other exams secondary phase students have written in the past and therefore needs more focus and time.

We will be sharing from the education expert Prof. Lolwana for guidance as to what should be most important in the planning of the exam period and study. The purpose is to get the most information needed to pass your exams within the remaining time. It also helps the student to be more productive and enjoy the activity, says Prof. Lolwana.

What should a matric student be doing now?

Plan study groups with your peers, and draw a time to work and see if your peers will be receptive in making the process of studying easier and enjoyable. The process will help remember some sections you have not touched during your individual studying. It is important to know when you will be starting to write your exams and which day and subjects. Have a calendar in your eyes reach of your study room. Following are the important guidelines from Prof. Lolwana in having a successful study for your exams:

Studying Guidelines for your Exams

As the exam period approaches, anxiety will begin to increase, you will need to fight hard not to panic during this countdown period. Here is how to manage the stress while staying positive as giving up will not be an option. Follow these confirmed techniques as your guide.

·         Don’t overload yourself

The truth is, you are not going to grasp more information by exhausting yourself out before exams even start. This is why it is important to manage your time and make sure you have enough time to study for each examination.

·         Break and take a walk

Don’t forget to stretch your legs and get some exercise. It will benefit you to stay motivated when you are studying rather than looking in the blank, longing for a walk. Go out and take your pet for a stroll or just drink a cup of tea on the grass when you take a study break.

·         Don’t consume energy drinks

It’s vitally imperative to feed your brain and your body with good food and lots of water. Instead of taking energy drinks, drink green tea and water. These are much healthier alternatives that keep you focused without the major caffeine and sugar excess.

·         Eat healthy foods and snacks

Rather avoid sweets when you need an eat, why not take a fruit? Fruit such as an apple will help to maintain your energy and keep you focused because it does not give you sugar excess.

·         Avoid disruptions

If you know you will be preoccupied by social media when you are supposed to be studying, consider switching your phone off while you study. This way, you are not tempted to keep checking social media whenever your mind disrupted. It is up to you to remove any disruptions and it’s worth the sacrifice when you succeed in your exam. Go through your notes. Make sure you check the past exam papers and test yourself.  This is surely convenient when studying maths or maths lit.

 

 Exams in Progress:

 

When exams are underway and you want to remain focused by not breaking down from stress, Prof. Lolwana recommends the following:

Get enough sleep –  don’t stay wake all night. Get at least eight hours of night sleep. This will safeguard that you don’t fall asleep in the exam and you have the drive to recall everything you studied.

Eat nutritious breakfast – This will safeguard your brain with enough fuel to write your exam, without being disrupted by your tummy. In the early morning of your exam, prepare yourself a dish of oats or porridge with fruit to keep you full until you have finished your exam.

Take enough time reading questions – Ensure that you go through your exam paper cautiously and know what is expected of you. Take enough time, don’t try hurry through your exam to finish, pace yourself and work logically through the exam.

Have more backups – have tissues, a spare pen or pencil and a bottle of water to bring with to your exam. It is vital to be prepared at all times with everything.

Reward yourself for completing – Even if you are not sure about your performance, make sure you celebrate having finished your exam. You can spoil yourself with your favourite movie or a cake. It is imperative to show yourself some love.

We hope the information will be useful to pass your exams as trusted by experts. We wish you all the best success!

 

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