REVIEW TESTS, QUIZZES, AND HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS Many comprehensive final exams include some of the same questions from the tests and quizzes taken throughout the term. Therefore, it's important to review the questions and answers from these tests and quizzes.
CREATE STUDY CARDS You probably are familiar with flashcards from elementary school. These types of cards are quite useful in college. You can create cards to study important terms and concepts, formulas, and even quotes from reading assignments.
FORM A STUDY GROUP Study groups can be great resource when studying for finals. You and your study partners can help each other with difficult concepts or problems; you can compare notes, and help each other identify the correct answers from past quizzes and tests. Each student can bring in two practice questions and the group can work together to answer the questions and review the accompanying material. BE CAREFUL-Make sure the group stays on track and you have accurate information.
EXPLAIN THE COURSE MATERIAL TO A FRIEND OR ROOMMATE Friends and roommates can be helpful in preparing for exams. A simple way to review for an exam and check you understanding of the material is to practice explaining the concepts to a friend or roommate. If you are able to explain a concept or formula to a friend, chances are you understand the material and will be able to address the information on an exam.