Exam Preparation: Ten Study Tips

Preparing for exams? Give yourself the best chance with these top ten study tips.

1. Give yourself enough time to study

Don't leave it until the last minute. While some students do seem to thrive on last-minute 'cramming', it's widely accepted that for most of us, this is not the best way to approach an exam. Set out a timetable for your study. Write down how many exams you have and the days on which you have to sit them. Then organize your study accordingly. You may want to give some exams more study time than others, so find a balance that you feel comfortable with. 

2. Organize your study space

Make sure you have enough space to spread your textbooks and notes out. Have you got enough light? Is your chair comfortable? Are your computer games out of sight?
Try and get rid of all distractions, and make sure you feel as comfortable and able to focus as possible. For some people, this may mean almost complete silence; for others, background music helps. Some of us need everything completely tidy and organized in order to concentrate, while others thrive in a more cluttered environment. Think about what works for you, and take the time to get it right.

3. Use flow charts and diagrams

Visual aids can be really helpful when revising. At the start of a topic, challenge yourself to write down everything you already know about a topic - and then highlight where the gaps lie. Closer to the exam, condense your revision notes into one-page diagrams. Getting your ideas down in this brief format can then help you to quickly recall everything you need to know during the exam.

4. Practice on old exams

One of the most effective ways to prepare for exams is to practice taking past versions. This helps you get used to the format of the questions, and - if you time yourself - can also be good practice for making sure you spend the right amount of time on each section.

5. Explain your answers to others

Parents and little brothers and sisters don't have to be annoying around exam time! Use them to your advantage. Explain an answer to a question to them. That will help you to get it clear in your head, and also to highlight any areas where you need more work.

6. Organize study groups with friends

Get together with friends for a study session. You may have questions that they have the answers to and vice versa. As long as you make sure you stay focused on the topic for an agreed amount of time, this can be one of the most effective ways to challenge yourself.

7. Take regular breaks

While you may think it's best to study for as many hours as possible, this can actually be counterproductive. If you were training for a marathon, you wouldn't try and run 24 hours a day! Likewise studies have shown that for long-term retention of knowledge, taking regular breaks really helps.
Everyone's different, so develop a study routine that works for you. If you study better in the morning, start early before taking a break at lunchtime. Or if you're more productive at nighttime, take a larger break earlier on so you're ready to settle down come evening.
Try not to feel guilty about being out enjoying the sunshine instead of hunched over your textbooks. Remember Vitamin D is important for a healthy brain!

8. Snack on 'brain food'

Keep away from junk food! You may feel like you deserve a treat, or that you don't have time to cook, but what you eat can really have an impact on energy levels and focus. Keep your body and brain well-fuelled by choosing nutritious foods that have been proven to aid concentration and memory, such as fish, nuts, seeds, yogurt and blueberries. The same applies on exam day - eat a good meal before the test, based on foods that will provide a slow release of energy throughout. Sugar may seem appealing, but it won't help when your energy levels crash an hour or so later.

9. Plan your exam day

Make sure you get everything ready well in advance of the exam - don't leave it to the day before to suddenly realize you don't know the way, or what you're supposed to bring. Check all the rules and requirements, and plan your route and journey time. If possible, do a test run of the trip; if not, write down clear directions.
Work out how long it will take to get there - then add on some extra time. You really don't want to arrive having had to run halfway or feeling frazzled from losing your way. You could also make plans to travel to the exam with friends or classmates, as long as you know they're likely to be punctual! 

10. Drink plenty of water

As a final tip, remember that being well hydrated is essential for your brain to work at its best. Make sure you keep drinking plenty of water throughout your revision, and also on the exam day.
Good luck!

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Fashion

Now a variety of fashion clothing Malaysia and readily available either buy in the supermarket or on line. however, not many people want to know where to get the Muslim fashion clothing. Here, I have done survey to get the Muslim dress.

Here one of the galleries to get Muslim clothing.

 

 Of clothing that can be purchased here is a robe, veil, clothes, and various types of scarves.

          


         
 

    

 so, it'll be easier for us to be fashionable but still under the law of Islam which cover themselves properly. :-)

UUM convocation

 UUM convocation 26th successful. passion for me and my comrade for continue to work and study hard for had reached such a degree that UUM undergraduates others.

 PHD GRADUATES OF GETTING UUM

By: Muhammad Mustakim Ramli
Photo by: Shamsaimi Ezil

UUM ONLINE: Number of graduates of Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), which received the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at the 25th Convocation Ceremony UUM in 2012 more than doubled compared to the convocation in 2011.

At the first session of the convocation which was held in the morning, a total of 132 graduates received a PhD and 23 graduates received a DBA from last year, only a total of 69 people received a PhD and four people received DBA.

Total increase will strengthen UUM desire to be with Top Management University produce graduates who have a PhD, in accordance with the Pro-Chancellor of UUM speech, Tan Sri Datuk Seri Dr Abdul Hamid Pawanteh on the importance of higher education.

In the speech, he touched on the role played by the Ministry of Higher Education to attract more Malaysians to pursue a doctorate and they should be given incentives in the form of financing.

He said the allocation should be given to Institutions of Higher Learning (IPTA) to finance not only the academic staff to study abroad but also encourage them to continue their studies in the country aggressively.

"This will require a massive mobilization, and it takes time for the business of research is not limited.

"It is believed that if this approach is successful, we will be able to keep thousands of teachers in public and private institutions of higher learning (IPTS) has a PhD and be able to supervise at least three doctoral students at one time,"

he said in his speech at a ceremony in the Hall Mu'adzam Shah morning.

He added that this opportunity should be opened as widely as possible to all employees in the education system up to university but to the community college graduates who have the initiative to improve themselves for the sake of his career and his future.

He said again, much could be achieved when the public and private institutions can strengthen the quality of postgraduate programs.

"When we had a target of 60 per cent of the teaching staff at the university must have a doctoral degree by 2015, we may have to expand the existing approaches.

"In the end is sending as many academic staff in universities abroad and provides financial implications are huge," he added.

In addition, 987 students graduating today, the 407 people in the first session of the morning and 580 people at the second session of the afternoon.

GRADUATE dwarf big heart

By: recommendation of Abdul Rashid

Photo By: Abdul Halim Hussain

UUM ONLINE: The urge parents loved the enthusiasm for him to proceed to graduate with distinction upon graduation Bachelor of last year.

Nurul Akmal Ahmat Latpe, 24, is a graduate of the dwarf got his degree from the Pro-Chancellor, Tan Sri Datuk Seri Dr Abdul Hamid Pawanteh Hall Mu'adzam Shah, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) in conjunction with the 25th Convocation, the university.

Living in Kulim, Kedah graduated Master of Business Administration with distinction earned cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.79.

"I never felt I was different compared to the other man. For me, physical factors are not a barrier to success. Encouragement of parents and friends are helping me pursue this, "he said.

The fourth child of six siblings aspire to be a teacher from another school due to a passion for the profession.

"I used to want to be a teacher, I am now determined to become a lecturer for both are noble ambition to educate children to become knowledgeable man," he said.

Nurul Akmal is currently pursuing a 1Malaysia Training Scheme (SL1M) with Petronas was accompanied by his father, Ahmad Latpe Abu Bakar, 58, mother, Sharifah Wan Jusoh, 54, sister and aunt.

UUM Convocation 25 for the third and fourth sessions today saw a total of 1,822 graduates received their degrees.

Tips for Flood Victims

At this time, in all the media we often hear news related to the flood victims. No major international under advice to those experiencing flood conditions .

Advice When Hit by Flooding

1.  Make sure all electrical switches and main switch is turned off to prevent electric shock.   
2. Follow the instructions of the authorities ;
3. Move quickly ( to the point of transfer / other relative's house / height ) as directed by the authorities.
4.  Make sure the house is locked and items stored in the high and safe before doing the transfer.
5. Identify individuals who have special needs such as the chronically ill , disabled , sick , pregnant , and so on to help transfer.
6. Always be alert when driving during monsoon / flood and use safe routes that have been identified. 
7. Do not drive through the water flooding due to fear of heavy vehicles will be washed away by water.
8. If caught in a flood , contact the authorities for help with your position and status reporting.
9. Supervise children and do not let them play in flooded areas or in river / ditch / drain / channel water rapids , and
10. Do not leave home with wade flood waters washed away the water for fear of rain.

 

Advice After the Flood began to recede

•     Wash hands with soap before handling food , preparing food or hold items that have been contaminated by flood waters ;

•     Do not eat food that has been contaminated by flood waters ;

•     Dispose of food left in the container / refrigerator that was contaminated by flood waters or which have been smelling and discolored ;

•     Use clean water to wash food containers , bathing , preparing meals or preparing infant formula ;

•     If bumped raptor / stinging , contact the authorities for assistance ;

•     Make sure all electrical sources and is not exposed to water before turning on the main switch to avoid electric shock ;

•     If the power is not connected , use a flashlight to light source , and

•     If suspect a gas leak , turn off gas, open all windows and doors and out of the house immediately