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writes:I can't be attentive in my study.when i start studying i frequently lose my attention.after reading for so many times i forget what i read the previous day.how can i complete my studies in due time with proper attention? Reply to this Question
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reader, RedAthena  +, writes (29 July 2011):
 In addition to the awesome advice Chigirl gave!
*Keep a small notebook to write down words or concepts you are familiar with to research later.
In my studies, I would get easily distrated with info that was "sandwiched" in other paragraphs and then run off to research that. A HUGE time waster for someone who is easily distracted.
So, I would make a "Look At Later" list to the side.
Good luck!
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reader, chigirl  +, writes (29 July 2011):
 Oh yes, another thing. Take breaks. Read for 30 minutes, then take a 5-10 minute break. Then read again. Or decide how many pages you will read in one stretch (for example 10 pages) and then have a pause of 10 minutes (depending how quickly you read, you should choose a number of pages that doesn't take more than maximum 45 minutes to get through). Then go back and read another 10 pages. Set a line for how many pages you want to go through each day. When I was studying for exams and needed to read a lot of literature I set my minimum to 20 pages (mind you the text was small, pages big and there'd be many details to remember). This would take me around 3-4 hours of reading alone. Then I'd do breaks in between, and write summaries or small notes, depending on the difficulty of the topic. I prefer to write small notes, on the side of the book. I also UNDERLINE the text using a pencil for books, or pen for print outs. Underlining the important parts of what you read makes your mind focus on what is important in the text, and activates you at a different level. I'd also often recite what I'd read to myself. This exercise also makes you confident if you have an oral exam.
You can do it! Have snacks and coffee or tea for breaks, and eat healthy so you have the energy needed. Doing stretch outs on breaks is good as well so you don't stiffen up, crouching over a desk for hours isn't good for your back. And have GOOD reading light.
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reader, chigirl +, writes (29 July 2011):
Read smaller sections at a time. For example read two-three parts, then pause and recap what you read. Either say it out loud, or write small summaries for yourself. There's three ways to learn/remember the contents of a text. One is to read it. This is the poorest way. The second is to write it (why I suggested writing a summary), writing works better than simply reading. The third is to say it out loud. This is the very best way to remember and learn, as it sticks to your mind better when you have to talk about it. Either tell a friend what you've read, or just say it to yourself out loud, without reading it at the same time of course! Close the book, and then recite what you just read and explain the context to an imaginary person.
There are two ways to write a summary, if you choose this option. One way is to write it just to write it, for the sake of doing the exercise and remember the text. The other is to do it for the sake of the summary itself, so that you can later go back and read the summary over instead of having to read the entire chapter (when doing last minute repeats before an exam).
Also know that you remember best what you recently read. This means that doing a couple of intense study days right before an exam HELPS. I knew a guy who got A's (top grade) on all his exams and I asked him the secret trick. He said the last day before an exam he pretty much goes through all the literature in an intense study-day.
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reader, Celest  +, writes (29 July 2011):
 Hello dear... there 3 types of learners... the auditive type (acoustical memory)... visual type... (visual memory) and the kinaesthetic type... all these types they re nothing more... listening - reading - writing... If you use all the 3 types your success will be certain. Divide your lessons... reading it outloud while you recording it... listen to it again... and every time you are learning something underline it... it is in your memory.. it is yours. if it is necessairy write the hole thing... I bet that you will not forget the things that you ve learned not in a million years :-) Good food and some rest is always recommended... (mind rest is also important, be in the nature for a while, it will be very effective, avoid tv, listen music instead)!! Good luck and all my best!!!
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reader, MikeEa1  +, writes (29 July 2011):
 this is not easy for some people. I have the same problem as does my daughter. i would write a list of what I have to do and then edit/update that list on a regular basis. view the list as a timetable that must be completed. there is also a bottom line here. what you achieve now is a foundation for the rest of your life. make it a good solid foundation and you will reap the benefits until the day you die.
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