Who wouldn't want to have the average of 10 - or 30? Almost everyone thinks that being successful at a school or academic level requires a lot of sacrifices. Whether you're in high school or college, studying hard is the best way to get high grades. Fortunately, though, there are several strategies that will help you get them up with a minimum of fuss.
Steps
Method 1 of 4: Strategies for Getting Higher Grades
Step 1. Prepare a strategy
Try to carry on with the study, so you don't find yourself in a difficult situation at the last moment. During the first week of classes, try to lay a solid foundation for all subjects, but don't waste too much time, the important thing is to be consistent. Next, start following a study program that allows you to devote your time equally to the various courses, focusing on those that give you the most problems. In this way, the performance will be equivalent in all disciplines.
Whenever you can, participate in all the activities that allow you to get higher grades or get extra credit points. Gradually study the topics so that you can take class assignments, questions, or partial exams (if you go to university) without problems. In this way, in view of the end of school or final exams, you will be able to focus mainly on the latest topics explained and on any projects, provided you have obtained good grades throughout the year
Step 2. Try to understand your school or university's regulations regarding grading
Learn about how the average is calculated, the extra credit points, the grades that actually count towards the final assessment, how tests and questions are assessed and any other factors that could affect the grade. All students are faced with this moment: the more familiar you are with the rules, the more successful you will be.
Step 3. Make the first week of school or college count
For a professor, first impressions are everything, so make sure he has a valid reason for wanting to meet you.
If your teacher thinks from the beginning of the year that you are polite, respectful and diligent, they will be kinder to you, and it will be easier for them to rate your work positive. It's much easier to make a good first impression than to fix a bad one
Step 4. Step in to ask questions and volunteer to answer the professor's questions
Learning the art of fake intelligence and alertness could help you. It is always easier to appear intelligent and prepared than to actually be. Try to remember an aspect that you think has some relevance to the topic being discussed, then share it. Usually, the teacher will point out the validity of your observation, and then give clues to guide students towards the answer they were looking for.
- This method has two benefits. First, the teacher will think that you pay attention in class; second, he will believe that you are able to reason independently, and the evaluation of your classwork and essays will be more likely to be positive.
- Professors appreciate the students who participate, and sometimes increase their grades dramatically. The grades are not rigid: teachers can make a student go from a 4 to a 10, and vice versa. While the changes are rarely that drastic, it all comes in handy.
Step 5. Don't be afraid to cooperate or ask for help
Ask teachers, parents, and classmates to explain steps you have missed. It is easier to ask than to waste time finding the answer on your own.
Get to school early, or go to the teacher's office hours for help. If your teacher offers you support after school hours, accept. As much as you have problems with explanations in class, the teacher will be more likely to give you a good grade, the important thing is to show him that you care
Step 6. Recognize the pre-filled assignments
To really understand the situation, you need to think about putting yourself in the shoes of a teacher. Teachers are also people. Outside the classroom walls, they are just as busy as you are, if not more. Also, remember that they have to correct their classwork and other texts written by all their students. Since they have dozens of pupils, the workload is not small. It is impossible to analyze in depth the work of each individual pupil to give it a grade. If you have followed the two steps outlined above, the professor will probably have a good opinion of you already, and will not be scrutinizing your work too closely. A pre-filled assignment usually has the following characteristics:
- This is an exercise sheet with multiple choice questions.
- You noticed that the professor gives all students the exact same sheet, and takes less than a minute to each before assigning a grade.
Step 7. Get organized and use your time efficiently
Organize the work in your mind and on an agenda. Don't miss out on deadlines, because submitting a paper late doesn't make a good impression, and they could even take away points. It is not the best to see a lowering of the grade because you have not managed to meet the deadlines.
Effectively deal with more or less pre-filled tasks. They should take the same amount of time it takes the professor to evaluate them. If he marked you an article and you need to answer questions, the answers can be found neatly in the piece. Read each question, then quickly scroll through the text looking for the answer. As for the questions that ask you to give an opinion, you don't need to think too much about the answer. Just come up with a few sensible sentences, suitable for the context. Many students already have the ability to handle these tasks, while others need practice. Once you get the hang of it, you'll save yourself a lot of time
Step 8. Optimize your handwriting
This step is optional, but it must be said that it drastically reduces the workload. Try to use handwriting that is legible but allows you to write quickly. The professor won't give you extra points for your calligraphy skills, and writing in beautiful handwriting takes a lot of time unnecessarily, especially when you do the more automatic homework.
Step 9. If you go to university and have elective courses, try to choose the more complex ones with a high number of credits
In trying to get high grades with little effort, it might seem counterproductive, but learning to perform well in the more difficult subjects will teach you to excel in the easy ones.
Taking complicated courses will allow you to write a good resume, and after a while you will appreciate the challenge. Remember that these strategies work in almost any subject, including difficult ones
Method 2 of 4: Doing Homework and Writing Essays
Step 1. Pay attention in class
Of course, sometimes you are tempted to text or sleep in class, especially when the teacher explains: don't do this. There are two benefits: first of all, you will decrease the time you have to dedicate to learning at home, because it will not be necessary to study from scratch; secondly, your homework, questions and exams will do better for you, because you will know exactly what the teacher wants from you. The key is to pay attention.
Step 2. Take notes actively
As you write, actually think about what the teacher is saying and work out the notes in your own words. If you can, associate them with funny words or phrases to remember them (it's a mnemonic technique).
Step 3. Do your homework
Homework allows you to get your grades up faster throughout the year. This does not mean that you have to stay in the books for hours every single afternoon, try to use the time you have left between classes.
- Do one task at a time. In the beginning, you should complete multiple choice exercise cards, as they take up little time. Afterwards, you should devote yourself to all the tasks that are broken down into independent parts, such as maths. This way, you can work for a few minutes at the end of each lesson without wasting any additional afternoon time.
- Eliminate distractions. When you don't really feel like doing your homework but you have to, get rid of the things that usually take your attention away. Turn off the television. Put the phone in another room. Close social networks. Lock yourself in a room.
Step 4. Prioritize the different tasks you need to do based on how they are assessed by the teacher
Be the first to do the work that will be corrected in depth, and do it well, so that you can earn the trust of the teacher. Then, do all the jobs that probably won't be evaluated as carefully, and don't worry too much about the quality; just make sure you don't go off topic, and write enough and in detail. If time is running out and you have only minor tasks left to do, get them done quickly, making sure you complete them all. Teachers value effort, and appreciate students doing all their homework; you know, the easiest way to get top marks is to please the teacher.
Step 5. Learn to write essays
Break down the steps necessary to complete the piece. Read the delivery. Do the necessary research. Make a ladder. Write the text. Correct it.
- Don't waste too much I think thinking about what you are going to write about, just get to work. To save time, do the pre-writing work that you only need to turn in once you have written the text. If the essay is long enough, chances are the professor will only read half of it, so you have two options: you could make a fairly short, high-quality one, or make a fairly long one, but with several errors. After the first few tries, you'll realize it's quick and easy to write perfect essays with half the rewriting work you used to do.
- Use a dictionary of synonyms and antonyms to avoid repetition and vary the structure of sentences.
Method 3 of 4: Studying for the Tests
Step 1. Don't study until your homework is done
As stressed as you are from the test, take a moment to think about the differences between studying and doing your homework.
- Take advantage of homework to study for the test. In most cases, the key points needed for a test are covered in homework.
- When the teacher gives you homework to do, you have to do them and hand them in so that you don't lower your grade. If you take care of the job profitably, there will be no problems, otherwise you risk losing points. The teacher cannot quantify and rate the study you have done at home with a grade, the results will be seen in the test. If the test is difficult, you may still get a bad grade, no matter how hard you have studied. At that point, having your homework done regularly will save you and give you points that are likely to be convenient for you.
Step 2. Study regularly
Don't stay in the books for hours and hours. If you gradually memorize the information, the brain will hold it much better. Desperate study is useful in the short term, but if you are hoping to assimilate the information for the entire term or semester, it is best to study constantly.
Step 3. Don't cheat
The risks far outweigh the momentary reward.
Step 4. Relax before the tests
Take a nap, exercise, listen to music, etc. Take it easy. The last thing you want is to lose your mind just before an exam. You will not be able to concentrate. Even if you haven't studied at all, if you have been paying attention in class, it will probably suit you well. By stressing yourself too much, you'll have a memory lapse and get a bad grade.
Step 5. Eat a mint during testing
Studies have shown that mint improves memory and helps remember.
Method 4 of 4: Develop a Winning Lifestyle
Step 1. Find ways to motivate yourself
After completing an assignment, getting a good grade on a test, or writing an excellent essay, feel free to treat yourself to a prize. By having the right motivation to work, you will be able to focus more.
Step 2. Have a good breakfast
If you are not hungry while you are in school or college, you will be able to focus better in class and on your work.
Step 3. Get a good night's sleep
You may be tempted to stay up late to watch TV, play video games, or talk on the phone. However, sleep deprivation can negatively affect your chances of success.
Step 4. Take practical steps to avoid being absent from school
Here are some of them:
- Get annual checkups from your doctor.
- Get vaccinated for the flu.
- Have alternative ways to get to school if you miss the bus or vehicle you usually take.
