How to impress the unimpressed academically

Compiled by Arah Bhea and Magarrette Ann Gapo

If you want your brain to work at its best, sleep on time, probably 8 hours of sleep is most advisable. Eat healthy foods like vegetables and fruits that are rich in protein to enrich and prepare your brain.

2. Learn in a way that works for you

We all have different learning strategies, so try to learn in a way where you can easily cope with your studies. You could also talk to your teacher about the upcoming lessons to learn it in advance.

3. Pay attention

Try to sit in front so you can pay attention and can be stay focused on what your teacher is saying. Participate more in the class, in that way, your teacher could easily recognize that you are really paying attention.

4. Learn how to take notes. To be the best student, you should also excel in class and have better grades, so taking notes can effectively help you improve your grades. Jot down only the most important details and the things you think you’ll have a hard time remembering.

5. Attend class regularly

Attending the class regularly and being present all the time is very helpful, for it helps you train your brain while listening to the discussion attentively. Attending regular classes makes your learning even deeper and wider, and it will help you understand the lessons being engaged in.

6. Use your cellphone as educational purposes

Instead of wasting time scrolling on Facebook, use your cellphone as a means for educational purposes to expand your knowledge. Your cellphones can be a great source of additional information to use when you have not understood the lesson well. Perhaps you can search it online and look for more means so you can be able to understand the lesson well.