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 |  Subject: Concentration Tips ~~~  Sun May 20, 2012 3:49 pm | |
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The art or practice of concentration is to eliminate distraction and focus on the task at hand. If you find that you read through material and suddenly discover that you have no idea about what you've just read, or if you attend lectures and have difficulty paying attention to what is being said, these tips may help :
Stick to a routine, efficient study schedule
Study in a quiet environment
For a study break, do something different from what you've been doing (e.g., walk around if you've been sitting), and in a different area .Avoid day dreaming by asking yourself questions about the material as you study it
Before lectures, look over the notes of the previous lecture and read the course material pertaining to the lecture so that you can anticipate the main ideas that the instructor will cover
Show outward interest during lectures (attentive expression and posture) to self-motivate internal interest
Resist distractions by sitting in front of the room away from disruptive classmates and by focusing on the instructor through listening and note taking
Quick Study Concentration Tips for Reading Days
Do you ever have trouble concentrating when trying to study? Here are a few quick tips to help you stay on task while you try to get ready for those finals!
Discover your optimal study environment: This is different for everyone. Try a few different locations and pay attention to where you best stay on task. Apartment or library? Music or silence? Does having a snack on hand help you focus?
When to study: Again, find out what works for you. Bright and early works for some people, while others thrive on nighttime study sessions. Also remember that you don’t need a big block of time to get things done. Take little moments in between class or standing in line to glance things over—those minutes add up!
Eliminate distractors: Do you sit down to study and soon find yourself on facebook? Try going somewhere without an internet connection. Do you get distracted by texting? Turn off your phone for a little while.
Take breaks: This might seem counterproductive, but if you want to concentrate you need to give yourself a break now and then. Try switching to a new topic or doing something else for a little bit. Just don’t let a short break get out of hand!
Go by the material, not the clock: Set material goals for a study session rather than a time period goal. Set goals like “study for three chapters” or “cover the definitions” rather than just a time block. Watching the clock can be the biggest distractor!
For a whole lot more on test preparation and memory, stop by the Career and Academic Success Center and attend a workshop!
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