I have two profs this semester who do this.  No review, but the exams are really involved.  It erks me.  I never know how to focus what I'm studying!  What can I do about this?
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Reviews are nice, but infrequent. Study with friends, talk to the prof, study and go to class regularly so you know what the teacher has been talking about. Go back and read the syllabus so you make sure you are on track.
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are you really interested in the subject? are there other issues in you lidfe that need sorting out so that you can focus on your studies. I had the same problem, the best solution is to draw up a study roster, set aside a few hours, turn off the tv, mobile phones etc.. reward yourself with free time to do fun stuff. studying can feel like a chore but if you organise your time you start to feel like you are on top of it and its not so tedious. don't be hard on yourself we all get like that sometimes. i always try to get the most boring study out of the way first so then it feels like theres light at the end of the tunnel.
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I used to be the same way. I study my notes and go over formulas for math everyday so I'm not cramming at the last minute.  Also, when I study, I listen to classical music.  It seems to relax me so I remember more.
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Concentrate on your studies!
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Do not study for all of your classes at the same time.\nFirst, pick the class that is either most difficult (or the one where your work is due soon) and concentrate only on that class. \nThen, make sure to take a break for awhile before studying the next subject. It takes a little bit of time for you to clear your head and refocus on a new subject so take that time to eat a snack, phone a friend, or check your email. Then when you feel "refreshed", tackle the next subject.\n\nI hope this helps. It works for me.
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Do you like whatever it is you're studying?  If not, you might want to study something you like better :)  But seriously, when you're having trouble concentrating on studying something it's often because either you don't find it interesting, or it's two hard.  If you're finding it hard to concentration on your studies you might want to reflect on why it is you're studying whatever it is that you're studying.  If you find it's something you really want to be studying you might get your motivation back, and if you don't like what you're studying you might be able to do something about it.\n\nTry studying in a quiet place with few distractions, like the library.
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-Find the smart people who explain things well and study with them.\n\n-Study groups are good if you don't get distracted by socializing.\n\n-If you are pretty good in a subject find a person who is organized and dedicated to studying, but doesn't catch on as fast as you. This will cause you to feel obligated to keep up so that you can help them. Plus the best way to learn something is to explain it to someone else.\n\n-ALLWAYS go to your teachers’ office hours with Questions!!!!!! If they know you they are much likely to be nicer on their grading. An A- is a big difference, point wise, from a B+. Same for if the teacher has a grader!\n\n-Stay way from Video games and TV. If you can, put them away or least unplug them. \n\n-See if any of the people in your class are on an instant messager like AOL, Yahoo or Google. Have a virtual study session. \n\n-See if any free tutoring is offered on campus. My school had free walk in math tutoring in our Math Lab. Very helpful if you are stuck on something.\n\n-Study any tests that you have taken in the class so far.\n\n-If it is not illegal on your campus, see if you can get copies of the teacher’s old finals. Ask upper classmen who have had the teacher before. If you do get old finals, don’t study completed off of them, because the teachers know you have them and will change them. But many times it is helpful to see what types of things the teacher is going to ask. \n\n-Get out of your room to study. If you go to the coffee shop or Library it is easier to not be distracted. When I would study at home, I would all of a sudden want to clean my room and organize my sock drawer…….. So get out!\n\n-Just start! Once you start studying it is easier to keep with it. I found that once I finally made my self start study, I actually enjoyed learning.\n\n-Finals time is not the time to make any big changes, such as breaking up with girl/boy friends or going on diets. Just wait until after finals. \n\n-Good Luck
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I have that problem too.  By the way, it need not destroy your future.  I'm about to finish my Ph.D., and while this problem can be challenging, there are techniques to help control it.\n\nThe most important thing is to not condemn yourself because of it.  Recognize this as one challenge you must overcome, but do not let it overwhelm you.  \n\nI've found background music to be helpful. It allows your mind to be fully occupied, without distracting too much from your studies.  I prefer classical music, but any instrumental music should be ok.  I've found that music with lyrics can be too distracting, but if it is just instrumental, it balances well.\n\nBest of luck to you.
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What I find most helpful when studying for exams is to leave the place that I can get distracted.  The campus library is my best study area.  I have no distractions that my dorm room provides, mainly a TV.  There I am forced to study and generally get mpre from it.
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I would of went up to the teacher and asked what you got. Maybe the teacher put yours in the wrong pile. Some people that sleep during class or dont study maybe bored in the class thats why they get awesome grades. Some may be just luck lol. I know when i took test i would study hard and be so nervous thinking i would forget something and mess up. Try to relax next time during a test. Dont be so nervous.
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I know a lot of people like to use flash cards to help them study. Put a term or person on one side and then all the info you need to know on the other. If you're a good note taker then simply reviewing your notes should be enough. Were there any chapters assigned from the book? If there were and you haven't read them then that's something you should really consider doing. Also, simply talking to your teacher can help. You can make sure you're studying all of the right things.
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Pay very close attention to your teacher's review in class and write down anything you possibly can.  Teachers often will use the same questions or similar ones on the actual exam that they used in the review.  Also, study whatever notes you have plus any old quizzes and tests you have.  Try to correct the quizzes and tests as much as possible then try to quiz yourself.  I try to study for at least an hour to an hour an hour and a half.  Do not have any distractions while studying also and make sure you are comfortable enough where you are but not so comfortable that you may fall asleep.
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I used to type outlines for each of my classes.  Mostly class notes and some book notes.  For professors who stress the readings more, you can base your outline on the major concepts in the book (the table of contents is a good outline for starters).  Its a lot of work, but it always paid off for me!
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Dedication is right!  I had three summer courses a couple years back, combined with a part-time job and an internship and it damn near killed me.  But, you know what, the professors aren't having a good time with it either.  I ended up making sure I went to class and took notes, whatever I read from the assigned readings was a bonus.  Just don't take too many classes.  At least show up for class.  That is the most important.
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I agree with Meg. Before you start, pray that you'll be able to focus on what you are studying. Without prayers, you'll never have the strength to concentrate on it.
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If you try to focus on all the stuff you have to do all at once, you'll probably be overwhelmed and won't know where to begin. Instead, break the stuff you have to do into smaller tasks, prioritize and do the most important things first. Only concentrate on one task at a time. \n\nTry not to procrastinate... I know this is easier said than done, but for me, at least, most stress comes because I put things off to the last minute and then I get freaked out that I won't be able to finish on time. Sometimes if I'm procrastinating (like now) I'll play little mind games with myself and say something like, "you can (insert whatever mind-numbing, avoidance activity you are currently engaged in... asking/answering question on Yahoo Answers, for example) after you've finished your rough draft." But usually once I get started with the work I need to do, that's most of the battle and I won't go back to whatever b.s. I was doing to waste time before.\n\nI know this sounds like it should go without saying, but for a lot of people it doesn't...when it comes to studying for an exam, try to really focus on what you know is most likely to be on the test--what came up most in class, ideas or subjects you came across multiple times, topics on the review sheet (if any). Don't waste time trying to read every word in your text book, or catch up on reading you are behind on, because that won't help you. If you are really behind on the reading, just skim over it.\n\nAs for a long term solution, if you really think you have depression and an anxiety disorder, talk to a doctor. There might be a prescription that would really help you calm down and enable you to work more effectively. \n\nOk, now I need to go take my own advice and do all of the above. Good luck with everything.
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Think of concentration improvement as a three-step process:\n1. Learn the causes of poor concentration and decide which apply to you;\n2. Understand what you can do to control these factors; and\n3. Make your control habitual.  \n\nLEARN THE CAUSES\n\nCONTROL THE CAUSES\n\nExternal Causes\n\nEnvironmental distractions: TV, chairs that are too comfortable, snacks, other people, etc.\n\nLeave or re-arrange a distracting environment. Go to a library or a classroom when you seriously intend to study.  \n\nNoise: Music with words, conversations\n\nTrain yourself to study away from others and in silence.\n\nInternal Causes\nPhysical distractions: hunger, drowsiness.\n\nPlan to study when you are most alert. Eat a high-protein snack. Do five minutes of light exercise to wake up.  \n\nBoredom, dislike, disinterest\n\nFind a reason which satisfies you for taking the class; talk with other students and the professor.  \n\nAnxiety about studies\n\nMake sure you know how to study effectively. Put the course in perspective.  \n\nIntimidating study tasks\n\nBreak up large tasks into achievable subtasks. Do the most intimidating task first. Give yourself rewards for progress and punishments for avoidance.  \n\nDaydreaming\n\nSeparate daydreams from studying. When your mind starts to wander, write down the interrupting thought and continue studying. Or recall important points and then turn away from your book and continue to daydream. When you're ready to read again, do so. The trick is not to daydream and read at the same time.  \n\nPersonal worries\n\nIdentify and define the problem and develop a concrete, specific plan to resolve personal worries. Talk with someone who can help: a friend, a counselor, a specialist.\n\nMAKE CONTROL HABITUAL\nEven if you lapse into old habits of distraction and daydreaming, keep insisting of yourself that you concentrate using these controls until you can routinely concentrate well on your studies for fifty minutes of every hour.