It’s not too late for success during midterms

 Dwayne Joseph, Jr.
Staff Writer

Midterm exams are just around the corner. To some, this means you are almost at the finish line and to others, this means you only have half of a semester to get it together and pass your courses.

For first time student taking college midterms, do not stress or panic. It’s not like this one test will determine your grade for the semester.  To be honest, you should have been putting in the time and effort that it takes to pass from the first moment you stepped into the class.

Here are five simple tips for your upcoming exams.

1. Look in the syllabus or ask the professor for clarification on what will be on the exam. No one should ever to go into a bullfight blindfolded, so being prepared and knowing what you need to study is the best thing. You may be stressing yourself going over the entire book for the course and the professor may only just want you all to look at a particular chapter. So ask!

2. Review your class notes. Along with asking for clarification on what is going to be on the exam or study guides, review what you have already done thus far. Depending on how you take notes, this could help you out tremendously.

3. Review previous exams. Some of the questions from past exams will more than likely be on the midterm. Midterm exams contain information that has been discussed and tested from the beginning of the semester.  Therefore reviewing previous exams will help you prepare for midterms.

4. Make a study plan. If you have to, create your own study guide. Make a list of questions for yourself to look at when you are studying. If you need to, do extra research on a computer to help solve an answer or to help enlighten you.

5. Participate in study groups. It’s one thing to study by yourself, but it makes a total difference when you are studying with friends or people from your class. Two heads are better than one, so studying in groups could answer some question that you cannot answer on your own.

To everyone taking midterms, it is inevitable that you will have some midterm stress, but remember, if you adequately prepare by studying, you will be fine. And don’t forget to eat right and exercise. This will help with the stress. The better you feel physically, the better you will do mentally.  Don’t fret; you have time to pull that grade up. Good luck!