Are you studying to take an exam like IELTS this year?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Whatever you’re studying for, you need a study plan!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Anyone who has had success in life knows they need to plan for their success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Find out how to do it for any goal today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aubrey asks Lindsay if she had good study habits when she was in school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lindsay always used her notebook to write everything down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
She had good grades and was very systematic with her studying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aubrey was a little bit chaotic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
She admits it would’ve helped to be more focused and systematic as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s easy to get anxious when studying if you don\u2019t have a schedule or structure for what you need to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It will be less stressful if you\u2019re more organized<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today\u2019s topic is inspired by a listener question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n She asks about preparing for a test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How can I prepare for an oral exam in English at an intermediate English level?<\/p>\nElboukili maria<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Whether you\u2019re studying for IELTS, another exam, or learning a language, we all need good study habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first step is to know what type of test you are doing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This will be your starting point on how to structure your study plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is also vital when choosing a teacher or online course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Be sure to choose someone who specializes in that particular exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today we share some tips to ensure you ace your next exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Plan specific activities and how much time you\u2019ll spend. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Make it systematic so that you feel in control. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Start with listing the topics you want to study. <\/p>\n\n\n\n This will help you know where to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can create a chart and print it out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Aubrey recommends that 30 minutes to an hour a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Be sure to space out your studying time so you can avoid burnout from doing too much at once. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Pace yourself so you can keep going. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s good to take breaks so incorporate that into your study plan<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Aubrey shares an article from Coursera called \u201c11 Good Study Habits to Develop.”<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n They share a few tips from this article that can help you minimize distractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n First, turn off your wifi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This will help you avoid distractions and notifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Second, don’t let your phone distract you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Turn off notifications, give it to a friend to hold or put it in your bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In episode IELTS Energy 1279: 3 Skills to Stay Focused on Reading and Listening<\/a><\/strong>, there were other ideas for not getting distracted during an exam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can check that episode out how you can focus during the IELTS exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Studying with others can help keep you accountable and focused. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It can feel lonely studying alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You don’t have to be studying the same material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Find someone you can trust to keep you on track with your goals<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We can waste so much time if we don\u2019t have good study habits<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whatever you\u2019re studying for, today\u2019s tips will help you stay focused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s vital that you avoid distraction in today\u2019s busy modern world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is the way to get focused and get something done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re organized there are so many things you can accomplish.<\/p>\n\n\n\nToday’s question<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Preparing for a test<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
#1: Have a study plan<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
#2: Minimize distractions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
#3: Study with friends<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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