Take notes and ask questions to participate in classes. Paying attention in class will help you understand better and get good grades. When your teachers explain the concepts, take notes, and raise your hand to ask a question if there is something you don't understand. Try to take notes in your own words and add annotations instead of writing the teacher's words.

  • For example, if the teacher says that the definition of "looting" is "looking for something in a way that creates disorder," you could write: "Looting: grabbing loot like a pirate!" (source: meowessay.com)
  • The more questions you ask, the better you can understand a particular topic.
  • Teachers expect students to ask questions and create a concept based on their participation in classes. In some cases, this aspect is taken into account when assigning grades.
  • Make an effort to stay focused. Look at the teacher, listen carefully, and take notes. If you are easily distracted, sit in the front row.

Avoid being distracted in class. Don't distract others and avoid distracting yourself. Identify the things that deconcentrate you and try to avoid them. For example, if you know that you are prone to daydreaming when you're hungry, have a snack before school.

  • Do not participate if your friends pass notes. Anything you want to say can wait until after school.
  • If your friends constantly distract you, don't be cruel! Just tell them that you want to work and that they can talk later during recess or lunch. Don't worry, they will surely understand you and even feel the same way as you.

Review your notes in your spare time. Reread them whenever you can to remember what you have written. This strategy is also useful if your classes deal with very difficult topics, such as legal, economic, scientific, engineering, etc. [3]

  • Review your notes before bed the night before your tests and read them again first thing in the morning. The more you review them, the more information you can remember.

Sleep between seven and eight hours. Lack of sleep can affect your ability to concentrate and readiness to learn. So try to get seven to eight hours of sleep every night. If you've had little sleep, take a 20-minute restful nap between classes (if your schedule allows).

  • Avoid using the phone or watching television for an hour or two before going to bed. Do a relaxing activity like reading a book, taking a hot bath, or drawing.
  • Avoid drinking caffeine to wake you up if you've had little sleep. While you may feel more energy after drinking lots of coffee or energy drinks, you won't be able to focus well due to lack of sleep.

Eat a healthy diet to nourish your body and mind. Incorporate a variety of foods from each group (proteins, carbohydrates, and fats) into your diet. Choose whole grains like fruits, vegetables, and nuts for energy during main meals.

  • Omega 3 fatty acids are very beneficial for cognitive functioning. Some good sources of this nutrient include fatty fish, walnuts, flax and chia seeds, spinach, and basil.

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