How to concentrate on HW??? need help?
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u pretty much hav to block out your social life, and other electronic stuff while ur doing homework, turn off ur cell, computer, tv, radio, ect. you'll get your homework done faster, i have tons of hw every night, and i get it done in like 30 min - an hour, cuz its just easier to focus.
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I always get a CD that gets me focused or to calm down and play that.  Then you gotta just do it.  Give yourself goals.  If I learn X words (or study for X minutes) I can reward myself with a treat.  Study for short periods.  20 minutes always seems doable for me.  Then I can get up and take my dog for a 5 minute walk or eat some chocolate.  You gotta have something to look forward to.
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Read only what u hv to read! To do this, take the book(or chapter u r studying) and first go through it! Then read it again very carefully, grasping every detail! U can use a pencil to underline important things! \n\nAfter u r done reading, close the book and try to summerise what u just read in ur mind! Then write them down in a paper and attach this paper with ur book! Next time u wanna read the chapter, first go through the summary, and then start reading!
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Do your homework with the TV or radio off and have as few distractions as possible so you get it done faster! The faster you finish, the more time you'll have to hang out!!! Wohoooooooo
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deal with it one at a time, if you need a break, take it, but like 15 mins, not whole night, and then study again. Sometimes do some physical work like housework, clean up the floor or kitchen will help you relax too. (my method, not suitable for everyone) :p I don't like to listen music, because the songs I listen to will be in my head all the times that distract me so much. Deep breath, relax, exercise a bit, then 10 days later you will be feeling refresh again! Good luck!
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Hmmm... it almost seems as if you're asking two separate questions.\n\n1) How can you improve your concentration?\n2) How can you remember the information you just learned/studied?\n\nTo improve your concentration, you first have to assess whether you study better with noise or without it.\nIf you study better with noise, maybe you could put on some music (probably instrumental so that you don't lose concentration when you start belting out the lyrics when your favorite song comes on), OR you can try studying in a public place like a coffee house or a bookstore.  Studying with noise may be beneficial because you must absolutely force yourself to hone in on your work and studies.  In other instances, it can be distracting, especially if you're popular and everyone in the store stops by to talk to you.\nHowever, if you study better without noise, then find a quiet place, like a library (but I bet you already knew that).\n\nAlso, if you have a cell phone, turn it off.  Learning your stuff does take some sacrifice.  But hey, you can reward yourself later by calling a friend (or your girlfriend, if you have one) or by playing video games.  Whatever helps you relax.  And you'll feel better afterwards knowing that you DESERVE that break because you've studied/worked so hard.\n\nAnother trick you can do is use a timer.  If you feel that you have an attention span of 50 minutes, then set that timer for 50 minutes, and work for 50 minutes straight without ANY distractions (phone, getting up to get a drink, bathroom, going to work out, etc.).  If you feel like you can go on for longer or want to gradually make it longer, then set it for 70 minutes next time... then 90 minutes next time, and so on.  Just make sure that you take a break.  Your brain can only hold so much at one time before it explodes.\n\nFor the second question, let me ask you this: do you study better in groups or by yourself?\nIf you study better in groups, make sure that you study on your own BEFORE you join a study group, just so that you can get the most out of your group meeting.  That way you'll have specific questions ready to ask your classmates.\nIf you study better by yourself, then try devising mnemonics (tricks to help your memory).  Instead of explaining it here, you can check out this link: http://www.mindtools.com/memory.html.\n\nHope that helped in some way.  and good luck.
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*well you should have your sched on how you going to manage your studies and all that crap...\n*well there was a study that eating foods rich in omega 3 gives you more concentration on your study...\n*sleep early so that you could easily retain what you have studied...\n*before sleeping take a cold shower... it really helps\n*oh yeah no phone, no net, no tv will be a help on your study, but i think few people can do this habit\n*most of the people say that it really helps that listening on their fav music give them more concentration on study, but actually it doesnt... in fact it will burden their brain more\n*try to study in front of a wall where you will not see anything but your WALL...
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Establish priorities.\n\nHave a daily schedule as specific as you need it.  YOu might even need 5 minute chunks to start.\n\nHave a big master schedule for when assignments are due, appointments, tests, etc.\n\nDe-clutter your environment.   Often we are distracted and taken off task by "stuff" around us.  Try to keep things tidy. \n\nSet realistic short term goals for yourself.  Write them down.\n\nStop doing unnecessary stuff.  Sometimes we try to do too much.  But don't put off the hard stuff that really must be done - no time like the present - get it done now.\n\nPlan your day.\n\nAsk for help when it is reasonable, but don't expect too much of others.\n\nAs much as possible do your study in day light hours.  Research suggests taht one hour of study in day light is equal to about an hour and a half of study after dark.\n\nTake short breaks.  Generally marathon work sessions don't work for most people.  But make sure you end your break on time.  \n\nThis one might sound silly, but get enough rest.\n\nDo the most difficult things when you are most alert, not when you are tired.\n\nDo the most important stuff first.\n\nSchedule some exercise and relaxation time everyday.  It will energize you.\n\nI hope this helps.  Good luck!
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For one thing, focus on what you want to achieve or what you are supposed to be doing at the moment. Eliminate all distractions.  Concentration is a discipline of the mind so it does take practice especially since we have so many distractions these days.  Try meditation to improve your concentration.
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the best bet is to sit up front (as much fun as that isn't) and take a lot of notes. also try and ask as many questions as you can. those things always help to keep my attention.
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oh yeah, been there and done that! The best thing you can do is to eliminate those distractions:\n\n1. Turn your computer OFF (unless your typing on it, then that work, in that case, don't turn the internet on)\n\n2. Music is fine but maybe you could switch to some calm and relaxing tunes (because if you play music you really like you will just end up bopping to that instead, I know I do so it's best lay of the music that makes you want to dance!). \n\nTry to make your approach to work more interesting, I don't know how you approach coursework but I know from my experience I found it easier to make a 'plan' of what I am going to include in my assignment (use colour pens to make it more vibrant and interesting to look at). Bullet point the things you want to include under different sub-headings, make a list of your sources you have used for your coursework, make a list of the sequence you in which you will raise the different points. \n\nDo this 'plan' on plain white paper with the different colour pens, it will keep you AWAY from your PC and it's a good starting point before you drive straight in and attempt to write your work from cold. \n\nWhen you have done this, you can then sit down and write your coursework up in its proper format, so you will then feel like you have been more constructive as you are pulling all the different elements of your plan together to conclude your work. This will then make it less monotonous.\n\nNow I hope this makes sense! I also have a limited concentration capacity and I really found the above approach helped!\n\nGood luck!
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1/  Make crib notes of important points to remember...these are good in jostling your memory...\n\n2/  After an hour of study...take a practise test on that subject/chapter...even if it is an old test...this breaks the monotomy of just reading and helps you see what testers would be looking for...so you know what to retain and what is okay to "know broadly"\n\n3/  Mix up your studying with discussion groups with your friends...be serious about it though....agree to read on a chapter and meet and discuss....you will actually remember more if you make the subject/material "come alive". Also a great way to learn difficult material....\n\n4/  Study early in the morning when you are fresh and likely to remeber more then spend the afternoon doing soemthing else....practise tests, discussion groups or just relaxing.
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Exercise more and get off the computer.  Exercise helps your mind focus.
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u shd better try this:\n1. choose a time of day when u feel more comfortable to study and can remember more things.I used to wake up at 4:am daily when i was at high sch,though my freinds used to study till late night\n\n2. if u can't remember things easily then learn by writing it again and again.It really helps.\n\n3. Eat healthy food and do little bit of excercise daily.\n\n4.Revise things u have already learned daily.u can do this by getting up one hour before u usually do on sch days or in a bus\n\n\nbest of luck
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dont take tension...it'll lead you to no-where. Focus! dont let anything distract you. sit in a quiet place and study. if you are getting too distracted then you can take a break for 5 min. just focus and concentrate, dont let anything distract you.
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use your NON dominant hand to do tasks.\n\nsit for 10 minutes a day, do NOTHING.\nNot even thinking about anything. Just concentrate on breathing in and out. Every time you catch yourself thinking, don't get mad at yourself. Just start all over again 'breathing in and out'.
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Im the same way too. Even in class, somedays I'm fine. But the other days Im trying to listen to the lecture, but my "mind keeps running in the background". I cannot stop what I am thinking and focus on the lecture alone. When I am at home I keep fantasizing and daydreaming while studying. ( When I do listen to a lecture, with 100% of my mind, it feels really, really good. )\n\nIve noticed that eating more protein, especially in the morning before class helps. It helps "ground" me. Ive been eating 2 eggs in the morning. But since they have lots of cholesterol, try taking out one of the yolk, if you plan on doing this on a regular basis. Also, try to eat some sugar in the morning ( a blueberry muffin). \n\nAnother thing Ive noticed is that I have a better time concentrating after midnight. So, if you really need to get something done, try staying awake for a couple of hours after midnight. And yes like somebody mentioned ( about having a pen in your hand), you might want to study 2 things at once, or something like that.Keep two books open, and when you start daydreaming, switch to the other subject. Once you start concentrating, you won't start fantasizing for a while and youll be interested in studying more.( personal experience  )\n\nAlso try exercising. It will empty your mind and make you calm enough to concentrate. ( experience )\n\n\n\nP.S. One other thing, STOP watching tv at all costs. It will help you in the long run. But you may also want to try turning on the tv in the background, putting it on mute and studying.  I'm not sure, but this technique might work for you.