1. Create a midterm study schedule

How many exams do you have and when? Create a list of tests and add them to your calendar so you can use that to design a plan and study schedule.

2. Use class and teacher review sessions the week before to help you understand how to study the material on your own.

a. Organize and use review packets and study guides

b. Use study suggestions made by the teacher

c. What is the format of the test?

d. Gather all of your notes from September through today and organize them with your previous tests. Using past tests to study from is key as this will help you know what your teacher feels is important. Learn from past mistakes and review.

3. Know how you will be tested. Use Quizlet and other creative means of study. Create a method of study that matches the class content and test format.

a. For example, if a history teacher gives you a study guide in an outline format- use this to create a test on Quizlet.com. You can create a quiz in the same format that your teacher will be asking of you.

b. Ask your teacher how you will be tested. Then use note cards, Quizlet, study groups or practice answering in short answer or essay format.

*PRACTICE ANSWERING in the same format as the midterm.*

4. Sleep

Don’t skip sleeping. Make sure you give yourself the time to rest, hydrate and eat well, leading up to exam week.

5. Be Confident

The only person holding you back from doing well on a test is yourself. Don’t let fear of failure, fear of success or lack of preparation hold you back. Use the above tips to help you feel secure in your ability to do well. It’s just a test. Own it! You’ve got this!