Board exams are one of the most important milestones of a student’s life. It is a stepping stone into the future, deciding the career path of the kids. Acing this exam requires a good study plan and here are all the details on how to go about it!
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Begin with a well-organised timetable
This point cannot be overstated. A student aspiring for a percentage over 90 is required to maintain consistent effort. It is critical to create a year-long schedule that is adhered to regularly. The schedule should be well-balanced, with enough time for all topics, sufficient free time, a concentration on weak areas, and time for revision. Memory and habit are formed over time and repetition, and consistency is required for this to operate. A timetable helps to maintain this, and it also helps to allot time for improving on weaknesses.
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Strengthening basics
Basic concepts are of great importance. It forms the foundation, not only in this examination but also in future studies and careers. CBSE textbooks are the holy grail of this examination. The most important thing is to finish and be thorough with the NCERT assigned textbook. You should only move on to other larger reference books once you are confident that you have completely understood this one. It is simple to achieve a score of more than 90 even without these bigger books and by simply cementing the understanding of concepts from CBSE texts.
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Begin early in the year
The majority of students fall into the trap of starting their studies towards the end. It may not work for all and the chance of acing the exam automatically reduces. Most students will need to practise for at least 8 to 9 months, for 6 to 9 hours in a day to get these results. It does not imply that you spend the entire year studying without having any enjoyment. It just implies making a persistent effort right from the beginning. This goes a long way.
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Your revision notes are your best friend
Each person’s learning style is unique, as is the manner in which they take revision notes. Some students simply scribble notes while others provide meticulous summaries. When it comes to the last month of preparation when revision is critical and reading everything again is nearly impossible and impractical, the value of taking notes becomes clear. Important lists, such as complex formulae, theories, values, names, and numbers, are extremely variable, and revision notes can aid. Another benefit of taking notes is that it helps with memory. Students can use color-coding, diagramming, flash cards and post-it notes can make this easier.
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Work to address your weakness
Everybody has their own set of strengths and shortcomings. These may be within subjects, but also within units and chapters, identify them. If your weakness is calculus, for example, try to see where the problem lies. If it is differentiation or integration, if it is the concepts or the various techniques. Once you figure this out, working on them will be a lot more efficient. If something proves to be too much as a concept and you have given enough time to try and understand it, move to the next topic. In the board exams, the entire paper has many areas where one can score. Do not miss out on these because of just one topic.
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Papers from previous years and mock tests
CBSE is one such paper that tends to repeat or present similar questions. Obviously, the student who has solved the previous year papers has an added edge in the examination. Mock papers from different institutes are also extremely useful for this. Moreover, the confidence of the student improves on solving more and more papers. Books with topical questions are available that have been compiled and should first be tried as soon as the chapter is completed. Slowly, move to practice the paper in an exam format. This helps in managing time and even figure out weaknesses and understanding of concepts.
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Managing time
This is a very important aspect, which most students do not look at and end up paying for in the examination hall. While giving mock exams or class tests, we might be able to finish on time. In the exam hall, a lot of other factors come into play. It is better to be prepared for a slower-moving paper than usual. Therefore, practice to finish well before time. Practice timed paper completion to get better at this. This does not mean that you leave answers abruptly or unfinished. Fast, precise writing is very important. Also, with time and practice, the number of errors you make will reduce and this will also save on time.
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Enough rest
Sleep is critical for any student who wants to perform at his or her best. Most of us make concessions in order to complete our syllabuses or do some last-minute studying. Throughout the year, a great deal of information is learned and understood. The brain requires adequate rest in order to recall all of the information at the examination hall. By skipping a night’s sleep, the brain functions at less than average capacity. A good 5 to 6-hour sleep is recommended on all nights, including the night before the exam.Â
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On the day of the examination
On the D-day, make sure you stay at your calmest self. Take deep breaths, do not think about what has not been learnt. Just before the exam, it is best to not even think about the examination. A few moments of clear thinking will go a long way. Make sure you drink water and have eaten food. The brain requires its nutrition to function and cannot afford to be fatigued. Do not fret when an unfamiliar question appears. You know most of it. If something seems a bit too advanced, move to complete the rest and come back to it later. Attempt the paper keeping in mind the marks allotted for each question and also the time left. Another important tip is to present the paper well. A neat and well-written paper has a higher scoring chance. Try to draw diagrams and flow charts wherever possible. Underline the key terms. These additional pointers will definitely set your paper apart from the rest.
So, there you have it, folks! A solid plan to crack your board exams and easily score over 90%. It is not as difficult once you have broken it down into nine easy steps. Go on and ace those board exams!
