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What To Do Differently To Succeed In School This Year

Hey there! 2019 is in the rearview, and it’s time for a fresh start. To make 2020 a productive one for yourself and your academics, you need to work on some strategies.

Here are some tips on how to succeed in school this year:

Stop Procrastination

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How many times did you say ‘I’ll work on that assignment tomorrow’ or ‘I’ll study later’ only to forget and do it last minute last year? It’s time to stop procrastinating, once and for all. Do what you need to do when you need to. If you can’t, give yourself a deadline and work towards it.

Do More Research

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Always go beyond your classroom experience to do some research on subjects. There’s a lot more information on the internet, books and other learning materials that could prove to be incredibly useful if you take advantage of them.

Get Organized

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If you don’t have a good routine/ schedule, you should make one. Make a detailed schedule that helps you stay organized and productive every day and throughout the semester.

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Manage Your Time Wisely

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You only have 24 hours in a day and what you do with that is up to you. Most times you can go through a whole day wondering where the time went because you were unable to make the most of the day. Make it a point of duty to manage your time wisely by making sure your hours are productive.

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Be Inquisitive

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Don’t be afraid to ask questions. It’s normal to get confused sometimes or need clarity on a subject matter. If you ever find yourself in such a position, you should ask your lecturer or your coursemates for help. It shows that you are willing to learn and improve.

Get Some Shut-Eye Often

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Telling you to get some sleep is probably not the kind of academic advice you’ll expect, but it’s essential. Don’t get so sucked up in schoolwork that you only end up sleeping for three to four hours. Getting some good sleep helps to improve your focus and sharpen your memory.

Find A Study Group (If You’re Into It)

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Find a group of like-minded people who share similar academic goals with you. You can meet up regularly to study together, quiz each other and give each other some moral support.

Improve Your Posture

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Believe it or not, your posture could affect the quality of your learning, immensely. Improving your posture by sitting straight and aligning your back could improve your memory and learning experience significantly. It also prevents backaches.

Adopt a Healthier Lifestyle

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Eat healthy and nourishing meals, take regular walks, exercise and get some rest often. Living a healthy lifestyle helps to ensure you stay focused and achieve mental and physical strength.

Make your study environment conducive enough

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Do all that you can to ensure that you study better. Get a good study desk and ensure it’s neat and tidy, always. Get a comfortable chair and arrange your books and other learning materials properly. If the lighting in your room is terrible, you can get it changed or get a lamp too. If you prefer to block out noise from your environment, get good earphones. Ensure that you actively make your study environment convenient enough.

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