Dhadkan of India

Simple Rules for Success for Students.

Becoming a better student, managing your time and organizing your work, prioritizing your assignments, getting the most from a reading assignment or lecture, and quickly handling problems are all ways to improve your success in school. And all of these habits and skills can all be enhanced by following key guidelines:

-> Realize that your attitude makes a difference.If you believe you can do better, you will. Approach all your schoolwork with a positive attitude.

-> Do your homework and assignments on time. One of the main ways students fall behind is simply not doing assignments unless there’s a test or quiz. Instead, complete your reading assignments and homework when they’re assigned. If you keep up with your daily work, you immediately recognize if there’s something you don’t understand and can get help with it. Also, doing your homework enables you to practice well in advance of a test or a day when an assignment is due.

-> Check your work.Sloppiness or careless mistakes can make a difference. Checking your work, following instructions exactly, and using proper grammar and spelling show your instructor your commitment to excellence in the big and little areas.

-> Realize the importance of reading, note-taking, and writing. These are skills you’ll use in many subjects throughout your education, so it’s worth your effort to learn how to get the most from your reading, how to effectively take notes, and how to improve your writing skills.

-> When you have a major assignment, break it down into smaller parts and get started right away.If you break it down into steps, you won’t be overwhelmed. And by not waiting until the last minute, you’ll have plenty of time to not only do the work but also check and fine-tune the assignment, as needed.

-> Don’t wait to study the night before the test.Instead, have study sessions before the test and use the last night only as a mini-review.

-> Ask for help if you need it. There’s nothing wrong with asking for help if you don’t understand a topic or are struggling with a concept. You can ask your instructor for help or you can seek help from outside sources.

-> Use technology, when possible, to make the work easier. Technology makes doing research easier and more convenient. You’ll find tips throughout the book on how to use technology to your advantage; devoted to using technology.

-> Show your instructors respect, even if you disagree with them or even if they don’t treat you fairly.

-> Know that there’s always room for improvement. Among the best and the worst students, everyone can always do better.

-> Have fun.When you approach your school work with curiosity and creativity, you’ll find that it’s much more enjoyable. And when you enjoy your work, you’re likely to do better.