Improving
Concentration
Many students have difficulty concentrating while studying. Being able to
concentrate while you are studying is essential to doing well in class and on
tests.
Here are 10 suggestions for improving your study concentration:
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Study in a quiet place
that is free from distractions and interruptions. Try to create a space designated solely for studying
·
Make a study schedule
that shows what tasks you need to accomplish and when you plan to accomplish each task.
This will provide you with the structure you need for effective studying.
·
Try to study at the
time of day you work best. Some people work well early in the morning, others
late at night. You know what works best for you.
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Make sure you are not
tired and/or hungry when you study. Otherwise, you won't have the energy you
need to concentrate. Also, maintain your physical fitness.
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Don't try to do two
tasks at the same time. You won't be able to concentrate on either one very
well. Concentration means focusing on one thing to the exclusion of all else.
·
Break large tasks into
series of smaller tasks that you can complete one at a time. If you try to
complete a large task all at once, you may feel overwhelmed and will be unable
to maintain your concentration.
·
Relax. It's hard to concentrate
when you're tense. It's important to relax when working on a task that requires
concentration. Meditation is helpful to many students.
·
Clear your mind of
worrisome thoughts. Mental poise is important for concentration. You can get
distracted by your own thoughts. Monitor your thoughts and prevent yourself
from following any that take you off track. Don't daydream.
·
Develop an interest in
what you are studying. Try to relate what you are studying to you own life to
make it as meaningful as possible. This can motivate yourself to concentrate.
·
Take breaks whenever
you feel fatigued. There is no set formula for when to take breaks. You will
know when you need to take a break.
Studying without concentration is like trying to fill a bucket with water
when the bucket has a hole in its bottom. It doesn't work.
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