School help PLEASE!!!!!?

Question

I am going to a school this year for the first time, and I know this is going to sound like I'm being overly ambitious but I'm not going to do anything until I get straight A's. And I mean all year round. So I'm not going to do any clubs, sports, or anything and I just want to devout all my time studying. And a little on Saturdays too, so all I'll have off is Saturday nights and Sundays. I really, really, REALLY want to live up to this resolution. And duh, everyone wants straight A's but I would throw myself off a cliff for them. I took a Study Skills course over the Summer and I'm making a time table, I always get A's for home school but this is going to be way way way harder I know, and also I'm good at memorizing (and I'm not trying to float my own boat here I'm just stating facts) so I know I'm msart but I'm really scared, especially about Algebra and Latin. Can you please give me some good advice?!?! Like about studying, about math, about Latin, about anything?!?!?!!?!?! THANKS!

Answer 1

yay, this is totally my question hahah ive been coming up with study strategies and methods that will maximize my efforts and minimize my time lol

im going to be a senior and i want to get straight a's incredibly badly like you.

alright so first, i suggest you read up a little bit on those subjects that worry you.

maybe get books that lay out the basics for them.

and also, when going to each class.. mentally prepare yourself for the class so you dont waste any time thinking about your last class or some other thing in your life.  

so when youre in the hall walking to your next class.. just think about what you learned last time, what your homework was, what you were supposed to learn from it, what youll need to get out or turn in. that way when you walk into the class, you can get right to work and youre in the mind set.

then after each class summarize in your head or on paper really quickly what you learned about, what your homework is, and what you need to turn in next time. ect.

what im going to do is have a piece of paper (with two columns on it) for each class and put it in each classes folder, then have that out during class and any date or homework i need to remember, i write it down in one columb of the paper. then when i get home i can just look at the papers. and check off what i got done, and make any other notes i need on it. then in the mornings, take a quick 5 minutes to see what i didnt get done, or any reminders that i need to do for that day, and i write those in the first column of the new papers. if you dont have a lot of classes or a lot of work in every class, and you can fit all of your work on one paper, for sure do that.

for actual study tips... alright, im sure you learned a lot in your study class.. but ill just tell you what i know.

good notes are key in hard classes! im telling you, keep good notes and keep track of them!!

in technical classes like science and math. try to write as many examples as you can in your notes. write the question, and answer specifically. and then on at least one question of each kind, you want to get the steps in between. then when it comes time to take the test, you can just pick out the sample questions from your notes that will be the same kind of questions on your test and make your own study test. go through each problem, saying the steps out loud and completing the problems on paper and making sure you are memorizing the steps to the problem, not just that specific problem.

for non technical courses like english and history, you want to write your notes in question-evidence-conclusion form. while the teachers lecturing, try and pick out the question in the lecture.. (like, if the teachers talking about how the colonists affected the lives of the early native americans.. then the question in the lecture would be "how did the colonists affect the lives of the early native americans?") if you cant find the question in the lecture right away, then just write "QUESTION:" in your notes, skip a line, and come back to it when you figure it out, if you cant figure it out by the end of the lecture, ask your teacher questions that will help you figure it out. during the lecture, your teacher will give a lot of facts, you can write down these facts in a list form under the question in the "evidence" section. then try and sum up the lecture into a conclusion. and put this statement at the bottem of your notes.. something like "CONCLUSION: the colonists affected the native americans in that they forcibly moved them from their settlements, and caused a loss of tradition throughout the tribes" then above that as evidence you could have a few facts about riots and religious converting lol or something.. idk i just made that up. then when a test comes, you can just take the notes from the subjects that the test will be on and make your own study guide with the questions from your lecture notes!

these note taking strategies are great because it makes the most out of your class time and minimizes the work you have to do when it comes to studying for tests.

something that will also help is to stay organized, manage your time wisely (sounds like youve got that one down with your time tables, keep it up and use those on all your projects, map out how much time your going to spend each day, what you need to get done ect), and write things down.

what im working on now is trying to make the most out of those little moments where youre not really doing anything.. like in the waiting room of a dentists office, in a car (if someone else is driving), ect.

and im planning on making flash cards, taking the questions out of those notes and making study guides i can take with me, ect. so maybe you can try doing that too.

anyways, i hope i helped :]

and can you take a look at my question and help me come up with ideas? (for the last study tip)

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;...

Answer 2

hey thanks for answering my question, but for some reason japanese seems easy for me lol because i watch a lot of japanese shows and yeah i've picked up the language through the shows so i already know quite a lot. LOL anyway about your question. Everything in maths is just repitition, once you've figured out the formula all you have to do is impliment it into the question and that's it, trust me it's easy i top scored in my year for it, it's really really easy. Latin i'm not sure...but if you want to get A's for every subject i suggest you start studying alot BEFORE school starts because that's what i did for maths and i topped the whole year, so good luck and trust me once the first A's come rolling in it gets quite easy from there. But NEVER EVER slack of or procastinate, and most of all stay ORGANISED!!! good luck XD

Answer 3

no! (haha payback)

Answer 4

I can give suggestion about math

math problems u have to practice them a lot of times before u take test.

take answer guide and do all answers seeing the guide

next day do all the answers with out seeing answer guide

practice is key to success in math

Answer 5

I know what you are going through, the pressure I mean. I have always gotten straight A's but I still have that constant pressure. My advice, be friends with the smart people, not just for answers, actual friends. That way, you guys could study together, then if you get an answer wrong, your friends could explain why you got it wrong and why the right answer is right. I don't know what grade you are going into so I can't help you with your studies, but I can tell you one thing... don't stop studying!

Answer 6

The best way for you to be more confident about getting straight A's, is to KNOW how you LEARN the best.  If the study skills class / course you took, did what it should have, you should've learned this . . . . but if you didn't, you can learn how you learn the best, by doing the following:

Think back to your other past classes, which were easier subjects for you to learn, how were they taught?  

Do you learn best by "doing" - or participating?

Do you learn best by "listening"?

Perhaps you learn best by doing your own thing with the material (self-study)?

Do you learn by testing or quizzing yourself?

Do you learn best by just simply 'reading', and then recalling that information?

Once you educate yourself on how you learn best, your straight A's will come easier.

Also, it is CRUCIAL for you to make it a point to actually UNDERSTAND the information, processes and reasoning or background of 'why' this, then that  - especially with Algebra and Latin.  

Good luck on your quest, you can do it!

(Once I learned (in college) that I learn best by self-study, I started getting straight A's.  The way that works for me in self-study, is simply by reading the material and being sure I understand it, then I review it by skimming - - I also have a bit of a photographic memory in that once I read something and understand it, then skim it, during an exam, I 'remember' where on the page it was (lower left, upper right page), and if I concentrate a bit - it's like I can 'see' the page again).  It works for me, and has played a crucial part in my education.  I do NOT learn by listening - I have to SEE the information to understand it.   When it comes to learning a task, I have to learn by doing - - someone can tell me over and over until they're blue in the face, but until I can do it myself, it just doesn't click.)

Answer 7

You may be quite shocked, Dear, at what you have been equipped to do through homeschooling. I have taught my boys only four years with only "part time" teaching and they have far surpassed the requirements for public school. The reason is that you have received one on one time on your lessons and there is no time wasted by most homeschoolers getting the room quiet and orderly, taking roll, teachers needing to do their required paperwork done, getting the group discussions rolling... etc. I was amazed at how quickly I could get things done without all of that hullaballoo.

You seem to have a good head on your shoulders... Your study skills class was an excellent move! Latin will make more sense than you might expect it to, because so many nice words in English are derived from it. It will also help you understand your regular vocabulary and college level terminology. Don't worry about Algebra... letters always freaked me out until I just started to look at them as blanks... I don't know why question marks or blank spaces seemed to be less frightening to me than letters. I did really well... IfI can do Algebra... trust me ANYONE can!!! Take your time on your school work, learn to budget time daily for bigger projects and classes that may only meet 2-3 times a week, use spell check on everything. Don't concern yourself with fitting in right off... just be yourself and LET THE RIGHT FRIENDS FIND YOU! This is imperative!!! Maybe you should allow yourself to join at least ONE service club or academic club, just to make some connections and feel a part of... (They don't take up too much time!) I say this because it's like dieting ... If you know there is to be NO snacking... you will go mad and gobble a ton of forbidden items... If you have NO socializing to help you feel a part of this new scenario, you may fall into the wrong group of friends out of fear, sadness or desperation.

This will be a challenge to your character and to your values as well! What an exciting prospect! I wish you all of the best!

Answer 8

i never study and im an a b student.............dont kill urself......just keep practicing until u get it down and do it a few times more and work on the stuff thats harder and u dont know..........u should be good

Answer 9

Hi buddy

                       Congratulations on your quest fot getting A's and I tell you you WILL get it.I could sense your passion ,dedication and devotion for your studies just from your question.I hereby give you some links which definitely be of great motivation to you.All the best!!

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some more tips:

# Think positively about study and learning: how is this material relevant? How does it connect with your knowledge, experiences and interests? How do different ideas connect up to say big, important things?Make the most of your teachers: find out when your lecturers and tutors have their consultation times.

# Be goal directed: identify what you want to get out of your time at university. Then plan how to achieve your goals.

# Make the most of your teachers: find out when your lecturers and tutors have their consultation times. Ask questions. Get feedback.

# Space for study: be it a room, a desk or a favourite spot in the library, create an environment where you can study without distractions or interruptions.

# Make time for study: treat your study commitments as professional appointments. Don't let other concerns interupt your study, don't let yourself fall into the habit of putting things off till tomorrow.

# Know your deadlines: grab a diary or calendar, get all your unit outlines and write in the due date for every assessment. You should now see when you will be busiest, and when you have time to get a headstart of your assessments.

# Learn as you go: put in consistent time and energy to your subjects across the semester. Build on what you have already learnt.

# Participate in tutorial: this is your chance to ask questions, to clarify your ideas, to learn through dialogue - ultimately, to actively shape your learning.

# Keep track of your research: find out what referencing styles your are required to use for each of your units. Then note down all the relevant bibliographic information (author, title, date of publication, publisher, etc) for each resource you use.

# Keep your balance: have a life! Studying is one part of who you are - that doesn't mean you have to forget about the other parts. Enjoy your friends and family, play sport, eat well, go outside, watch a movie, relax.

Answer 10

well, im in college right now and i have always gotten straight a's... however, i have never studies in my life... dont kill yourself over it... just pay attention in class and everything will be fine... as long as you do your homework you can get straight A's. good luck and have fun....

Answer 11

don't worry just be yourself, study daily, listen and take notes during class, be nice, take afternoon naps and get an early rest.

p.s are u serious? this is the first time you've gone to a real school?

Answer 12

thanx for answering

some golden rules

1) always ask for help,friends,family, anything

2) study enough to get A's but not too hard!

3) first make a list of f.e. great tv shows and then put 3 h studies NOT at night

4) sleep 7-8 hours a day, with any cost

5) never aim inside, always outside!

hope help

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