What happened to study days for students? As the fall 2024 semester comes to a close, University students are preparing for final exams and projects. The purpose of study days—dedicated time to focus on exam preparation—seems to have been overlooked this year. Unlike previous semesters, there are no formal study days to remind students to prioritize their studies.
Study days allow students to dedicate time purely to reviewing course materials and becoming familiar with the content for their final exams. Without this structure, students often rely on their own strategies, like posting definitions and study notes on their dorm walls or apartment spaces, to help them retain and understand key concepts.
Flexibility allows students to study on weekends without infringing on their social lives. Study days can be productive, especially when used to stay on track with academic goals. However, many college students struggle to maintain focus and concentration, often getting distracted or spending time on social media as finals approach. To combat this, students can find success by carefully reviewing key materials, taking notes, and revisiting important concepts discussed in class. Identifying areas in the course material that require extra attention helps improve retention.
Additionally, the tutoring center at 15 Beekman offers valuable support, helping students prepare for exams and review course materials to stay on track.
Students can improve their academic performance by focusing on strategies that enhance long-term memory. Completing assignments and reviewing critical class materials for exams or essays is essential. Developing effective time management skills, such as creating a study schedule and organizing calendars around school deadlines, helps students stay on track. Keeping track of assignments, exam preparation, and key materials without proper organization can become overwhelming and confusing. Essential study resources are often forgotten or misplaced, especially during the busy lead-up to exams. As a result, students may struggle to stay mentally prepared and face the consequences of poor time management.
As students find their way to study and prepare to take the asynchronous class to the upcoming finals and assignments, they continue to make their decisions and build their education growth.
