Do not rely primarily on someone else’s outline, commerical outlines, or study aids
Do not study materials and topics not covered in your class.
Do notcram your studying into the few days before the exam.
Do not pull an all-nighter before an exam
Do not forget successful study techniques, if you have a method for studying that has worked for you before, try it this time too.
Do not study for long periods of time without taking breaks.Studies show that the average person can only concentrate for 50 minutes.After that, your ability to learn and attention span decline.
Do not buy help books unnecessarily. Still if you feel the need, do not buy too many of them. Usually the book used by the professor to teach is enough.
Do not get physically or mentally tired a day before. It affects your performance during an exam.
