South African Theological Seminary Exam Preparation Guide: How to Study Ahead for South African Theological Seminary Exams.
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How to Prepare for the South African Theological Seminary Examination
N/B: The key to success at anything you aim at is “PREPARATION”. Most of you, have not started preparing for the South African Theological Seminary exam yet, while most have gone far ahead, but it is not too late to begin at once.
Just before the end of the exam, REMEMBER;
– To read through all the answers you provide
– To correct spelling errors
– To rewrite illegible portions
– To add new information where needed. etc.
Below are a few premium tips to consider before the commencement of the examination.
1. Study The Timetable
- Should be drawn up at least six weeks before exams.
- The purpose is to allocate sufficient time for revision.
- Be flexible and realistic
- Scrutinize study habits, e.g. When do you work best?
- Build procrastination time into the timetable.
Have regular breaks between studying times, e.g. 5 minutes for every 45
minutes and longer intervals between different studying sessions.
2. Avoid Stress & Panic
The best antidote to exam stress is knowledge of your work.
NB!! A certain amount of nervous tension prior to the exam is normal and unavoidable and actually helps you to concentrate hard and think well…
so;
- Teach yourself to relax;
- Practice positive self-talk!
3. Stay Away from Drugs
AVOID, AVOID, AVOID & AVOID!!! Bio plus, coffee, alert tablets, etc. work for a short while only…and then result in exhaustion. Follow a healthy diet and get regular exercise instead.
4. Give Yourself Enough Time to Study
Don’t leave it until the last minute. While some students do seem to thrive on last-minute ‘cramming’, it’s widely accepted that for most of us, this is not the best way to approach an exam. Set out a timetable for your study. Write down how many exams you have and the days on which you have to sit for them. Then organize your study accordingly. You may want to give some exams more study time than others, so find a balance you feel comfortable with.
5. Practice on Past Exams Papers & Group Studying
One of the most effective ways to prepare for exams is to practice taking past exam papers. This helps you get used to the format of the questions, and can also be good practice for making sure you spend the right amount of time on each section.
Some of us need everything completely tidy and organized to concentrate, while others thrive in a more cluttered environment. Think about what works for you, and take the time to get it right.
6. Explain Your Answers to Others
Parents and little brothers and sisters don’t have to be annoying around exam time! Use them to your advantage. Explain an answer to a question to them. That will help you to get it clear in your head and also highlight any areas where you need more work.
7. Eat a Good Diet & Drink Plenty of Water
Keep away from junk food! You may feel like you deserve a treat, or that you don’t have time to cook, but what you eat can have an impact on energy levels and focus. Keep your body and brain well-fuelled by choosing nutritious foods that have been proven to aid concentration and memory, such as fish, nuts, seeds, yogurt, and blueberries.
As a final tip, remember that being well-hydrated is essential for your brain to work at its best. Make sure you keep drinking plenty of water throughout your revision, and also on the exam day.
8. Plan Your Exam Day
Make sure you get everything ready well in advance of the exam – don’t leave it to the day before to suddenly realize you don’t know the way, or what you’re supposed to bring. Check all the rules and requirements, and plan your route and journey time. If possible, do a test run of the trip; if not, write down clear directions.
Lastly, Avoid Cheating in Exam Hall
- If you are caught, the consequences will be with you for the rest of your life.
- If you are not caught, the amount of nervous tension because of your fear of being caught will prevent you from writing.
Good luck!
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