As a high school student, I used to get good grades but I never got the best grades in the class. I was able to improve test scores by studying with my friends and learning different memory techniques. I also started to change my study environment and I removed distractions such as music and I didn't answer my cell phone when I was studying.
One of the things that helped me the most was to rewrite my notes after a class. Whenever I took notes, I found that I wasn't very present to what the teacher was saying so I started. After the class I would re-write down all the notes which ended up filling in lots of blank areas as well as making more copious and legible notes. It took me years to figure out to do this since I would just scribble down as much as I could and then when I would look at my notes weeks or maybe even months later I had no idea what I had written. Even if I could read my writing, it didn't make much sense. Going over my notes the same day and making them more understandable and legible helped me to connect with the lecture material in a more meaningful way.
I would also often ask questions during lecture. I even made that one of my assigments during the lecture which would force me to reflect on what I was hearing and would prevent me from spacing out on what the teacher was saying. This also helps you to stand out from the other students which becomes more valuable later when you want to ask for recommendations. The teacher will remember your face and sometimes the questions you asked during their lecture.
For the ACS Organic Chemistry Study Guide, I found that by re-doing the formulas I was better able to learn all the different science equations. You need to study and redo the equations over and over so you know them seamlessly. It is a difficult and long test so you need to practice taking the test with your study guide so it won't be unfamiliar to you the first time you take it during the exam. Time is not on your side during the exam so you need to pace yourself as well.
Don't get caught up thinking that just because you are in a study group that will help you get better grades. Make sure you are not just goofing off or gossiping during study group time and make sure that you are maximizing this time to go over the course materials.
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