for those of you interested in creating a positive study environment conducive to improving your grades and test scores, check out our best tips!<\/p>\n
your study space shouldn\u2019t be used for lounging or sleeping \u2013 rather, have somewhere that you use specifically for studying. this doesn\u2019t have to be a whole room \u2013 you can even use a corner of a room. if this isn\u2019t possible, turn a multipurpose space (like a living room) into a study space by first putting away video games, movies, etc.<\/p>\n
remove television sets, loud phones, radios, and other distractions from your study space. your study environment should allow you to fully concentrate.<\/p>\n
keep a store of paper, pens, pencils, erasers, highlighters, rulers, calculators, notebooks, and textbooks with you at your study space. by preparing your supplies in advance, you won\u2019t need to spend time looking for them when you\u2019re supposed to be studying.<\/p>\n
getting up to find a vending machine will only detract from your focus. have your favorite quick and easy snacks or drinks available.<\/p>\n
if your air conditioning is on at full force and you\u2019re not dressed accordingly, you probably won\u2019t be able to concentrate on test prep or schoolwork. regulate the temperature so you\u2019re not distracted by it.<\/p>\n
keep track of work you\u2019ve done by filing it away and categorizing it. you can keep a file cabinet or store papers in different desk drawers.<\/p>\n
use bookshelves to store books and resources that you\u2019ll need for school and test prep. bookshelves will keep your desk space clear and organized.<\/p>\n
have a way to keep track of time without resorting to your cell phone. your cell phone can be a major distraction when you\u2019re studying, so a clock is a smart choice.<\/p>\n
your study space should be well-lit. if the study area is too dark, you\u2019re more likely to feel tired and worn out. avoid glaring lights. <\/p>\n
personalizing your space helps instill a sense of ownership in your studies. try decorating your desk wall with posters, a small college mascot, or a college wall decal. <\/p>\n
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for those of you interested in creating a positive study environment conducive to improving your grades and test scores, check out our best tips! 1. have a dedicated study space. your study space shouldn\u2019t be used for lounging or sleeping \u2013 rather, have somewhere that you use specifically for studying. this doesn\u2019t have to be […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":141,"featured_media":3752,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[425,200,260,426,50,424,193,172,175],"ppma_author":[508],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n![\"catherine](\"\/\/www.catharsisit.com\/blog\/files\/2016\/02\/2016-02-02-1.png\")
catherine supports magoosh\u2019s future grad school students by unlocking tricks of the test prep and application trade. catherine spends her free time checking out local farmer\u2019s markets, reading food and lifestyle blogs, and watching bravo. she is forever in search of the best mexican and italian food in any given city.<\/em><\/p>\n
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