Exams exams everywhere - some tips to ace them!

[Nibz]

Easier said than done! Now that I read this, I realize I should have started 3 months ago.
Serious guilt running here!

It's never too late.

 

[Maganius]

Hi and Salam buddies!


Here I am again, like old times, welcoming you to a journey of techniques, tips and success in the world of exams. You may call these my secrets, tips taken from Newton’s closet or extraction of intellect from the ones whose names you have read on the Hall of Fames of CIE/Edexcel/OCR/AQA/Blah Blah.

Also, you guys may sit in the company of distinction holders, burn all your calories in libraries reading every single chapter of all the books available, but what I’m going to tell you here is something you won’t find anywhere.

Fact: Exams have never been easier to take and it takes a nerve of steel and razor-sharp brain to get through them. So if you have taken exams of any board before, salutes to your courage.

Read on and be enlightened for I have worked very hard (like always) on these tactics and techniques, and I’m sure they will help you achieve those awesome grades you’ve always wished to get:

• The first basic rule – STUDY. You study, you get your desired grades. As simple as that. No rocket science here. But the key thing here is: don’t over-study. Give your eyes some rest when they feel heavy. And this does not mean that you go to your washroom and throw some freezing water into them and resume your study again. NO. Just switch on the Tv, take a book maybe, or turn on your laptop and watch something good and relaxing. A football match, maybe? Always works for me!
• " Do good and good will follow. " Simple yet very true. Be extremely generous (esp. at this time of the year). Give your notes, the good book that only you have in the whole school to the person you hate the most in your class. This will raise your soul, and will help you study more.
• Another thing that works for me: Before starting the all-dreary preparation, just spread all the books you have on your table. Not literally, but don’t try to put every book, eraser and pen back into its place every time you finish your study. This will get you in the study mood and will help you stay awake.
• A healthy mind resides in a healthy body. So no diet scene, okay? (for the ladies here)
• Keep putting yourself through the toughest test you can while preparing. YOU CANNOT GO EASY ON YOURSELF DURING YOUR PREPARATION. This will help you identify your weak areas, so you can start working on them from day 1.
• Refresh your time management skills. You should at least be able to put unproductive time during the day towards your desired goal (AND MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THAT DESIRED GOAL).
• And then there are some sacrifices. In these two months of preparation (maybe three months, if you count the exam-month), you must be prepared to sacrifice, to forego family occasions, to skip your favourite television programme (sometimes), to read your course books rather than magazines. Because without sacrifices, there is no reward.
• If you forget everything you’ve learned on the paper day, don’t forget to drop your pen near someone’s desk (someone smart). Just kidding. Always be self-sufficient.
• Avoid high expectations. With no pressure, the desired result would be a lot easier to achieve.
• Keep smiling. A smile/laugh activates many beneficial chemicals within the body that place us into a very happy state. Plus, it's a charity too.
• And finally, if you fail to achieve what you've aimed for, be a MASTER INTERPRETER in that situation. Interpret that failure as a positive experience. There are no negative experiences, only experiences which aid in your development and toughen your character so that you may soar to new heights. In a nutshell, there are no failures, only lessons.
• Finally, ALWAYS remember the power of Prayer. Pray five times a day. Pray as much nafal prayers as you can.

I hope these tips help you in your exam-preparations. Give your ideas too. I'll add them in my tips.
All the best!

( The author is currently preparing for his exams too, so wish him luck and pray for him )

P.S Thanks to abcde for reminding me to write these tips, and encouraging me by saying that people actually like them.

thnx for tips nibz

 

[@yeshaB]

Hi and Salam buddies!


Here I am again, like old times, welcoming you to a journey of techniques, tips and success in the world of exams. You may call these my secrets, tips taken from Newton’s closet or extraction of intellect from the ones whose names you have read on the Hall of Fames of CIE/Edexcel/OCR/AQA/Blah Blah.

Also, you guys may sit in the company of distinction holders, burn all your calories in libraries reading every single chapter of all the books available, but what I’m going to tell you here is something you won’t find anywhere.

Fact: Exams have never been easier to take and it takes a nerve of steel and razor-sharp brain to get through them. So if you have taken exams of any board before, salutes to your courage.

Read on and be enlightened for I have worked very hard (like always) on these tactics and techniques, and I’m sure they will help you achieve those awesome grades you’ve always wished to get:

• The first basic rule – STUDY. You study, you get your desired grades. As simple as that. No rocket science here. But the key thing here is: don’t over-study. Give your eyes some rest when they feel heavy. And this does not mean that you go to your washroom and throw some freezing water into them and resume your study again. NO. Just switch on the Tv, take a book maybe, or turn on your laptop and watch something good and relaxing. A football match, maybe? Always works for me!
• " Do good and good will follow. " Simple yet very true. Be extremely generous (esp. at this time of the year). Give your notes, the good book that only you have in the whole school to the person you hate the most in your class. This will raise your soul, and will help you study more.
• Another thing that works for me: Before starting the all-dreary preparation, just spread all the books you have on your table. Not literally, but don’t try to put every book, eraser and pen back into its place every time you finish your study. This will get you in the study mood and will help you stay awake.
• A healthy mind resides in a healthy body. So no diet scene, okay? (for the ladies here)
• Keep putting yourself through the toughest test you can while preparing. YOU CANNOT GO EASY ON YOURSELF DURING YOUR PREPARATION. This will help you identify your weak areas, so you can start working on them from day 1.
• Refresh your time management skills. You should at least be able to put unproductive time during the day towards your desired goal (AND MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THAT DESIRED GOAL).
• And then there are some sacrifices. In these two months of preparation (maybe three months, if you count the exam-month), you must be prepared to sacrifice, to forego family occasions, to skip your favourite television programme (sometimes), to read your course books rather than magazines. Because without sacrifices, there is no reward.
• If you forget everything you’ve learned on the paper day, don’t forget to drop your pen near someone’s desk (someone smart). Just kidding. Always be self-sufficient.
• Avoid high expectations. With no pressure, the desired result would be a lot easier to achieve.
• Keep smiling. A smile/laugh activates many beneficial chemicals within the body that place us into a very happy state. Plus, it's a charity too.
• And finally, if you fail to achieve what you've aimed for, be a MASTER INTERPRETER in that situation. Interpret that failure as a positive experience. There are no negative experiences, only experiences which aid in your development and toughen your character so that you may soar to new heights. In a nutshell, there are no failures, only lessons.
• Finally, ALWAYS remember the power of Prayer. Pray five times a day. Pray as much nafal prayers as you can.

I hope these tips help you in your exam-preparations. Give your ideas too. I'll add them in my tips.
All the best!

( The author is currently preparing for his exams too, so wish him luck and pray for him )

P.S Thanks to abcde for reminding me to write these tips, and encouraging me by saying that people actually like them.

the person who could read all this for exams; don't have to worry because he is already preparing well

 

[VelaneDeBeaute]

It's never too late.

Consequently, I've turned my hair into a sparrow's nest.
Khair, do pray for a *hopeless* case!

 

[Basyl Abdul]

Hi There, I'm Having A Big Problem While Solving Physics Paper 6, And The Worst part Is I'm Giving Physics Too In May/June Session. So it Would Be Grate Full Of Those Who Could Spare Some of Their Own Time And Help Me With Some Suggestions And Other Best Techniques On How To Solve [Physics Paper 6] Please, Thank You x

 

[Rohaan]

It's not as difficult as you are assuming.Paper 6 just requires understanding,knowledge and IQ.For me,I imagine myself in the lab performing the experiment.Feel free to include your opinions in the answer or your ideas.While practising,consult your answers to Marking Scheme only as it contain's maximum points.

 

[Basyl Abdul]

Okay, That's Helpful At Least Removes Some Of My Stress. Thanks x

 

[Rohaan]

I'm glad I could help you.

 

[sateeshkumar]

Hi There, I'm Having A Big Problem While Solving Physics Paper 6, And The Worst part Is I'm Giving Physics Too In May/June Session. So it Would Be Grate Full Of Those Who Could Spare Some of Their Own Time And Help Me With Some Suggestions And Other Best Techniques On How To Solve [Physics Paper 6] Please, Thank You x

i think u should go for practical physics guide 1 2 and 3 thoose will be very usefull and u should read marshal cavindish books ......just read their experiments portion........i hope u will find it helpfull

 

[Basyl Abdul]

Thanks, That Could Be Helpful x

 

[Nibz]

You are welcome.

 

[SalmanPakRocks]

Nibz
Thank you for the tips, brother. Just like old times.
However, what to do when you procrastinate and don't feel like studying? I've never experienced this but since economic and business are 2 of my subjects, I feel too lazy to actually answer all the long questions which cause severe pain in my palm.

 

[Nibz]

Nibz
Thank you for the tips, brother. Just like old times.
However, what to do when you procrastinate and don't feel like studying? I've never experienced this but since economic and business are 2 of my subjects, I feel too lazy to actually answer all the long questions which cause severe pain in my palm.

No problem. =)

Don't worry. Eco and Business are purely concept-based subjects. The approach here is totally different from that of History. You only need the right concept to answer these essays, not practice. And to get your concept right, practice MCQs.
Additionally, read mark schemes and examiner reports to get the idea of what examiners expect you to write in your essay-answer. And you are good to go!

All the best!

 

[navneet.kelash]

thanku nibz for these tips..

 

[Ammara ijaz]

hey can u plz tell me is grading system for O'level 2013 may/june has been changed recently?????

 

[Nibz]

hey can u plz tell me is grading system for O'level 2013 may/june has been changed recently?????

Hi,

No, it hasn't.

 

[navneet.kelash]

hey can u plz tell me is grading system for O'level 2013 may/june has been changed recently?????

80% = A and 90 % = A*

 

[Rohaan]

actually 80-89=A
90-100=A*.
If you have scored highest,it's distinction regardless of your grade.If you are talking of equalance,
85=A,90=A*.

 

[sateeshkumar]

actually 80-89=A
90-100=A*.
If you have scored highest,it's distinction regardless of your grade.If you are talking of equalance,
85=A,90=A*.

i think in IGCSE it is not fixed? it depends on the highest marks.is it so?

 

[A star]

i think in IGCSE it is not fixed? it depends on the highest marks.is it so?

not for O level no percentile system is used in O level your grade standard is fixed but in A level grade threshholds are set as the level of studies get tougher believe me .