[davidthefat]

Originally Posted by Basel A

Now I'm no older than you are, taking pretty similar classes, so really, I don't have much room to talk. But honestly I'm kinda in the same boat. This is the first time in my life I've been legitimately challenged in all my classes.

But two weeks into junior year, I think the biggest thing is losing the distractions. Computers, TV, internet, they kill productivity. Just by cutting myself off during studying/homework time has allowed to survive loads that are literally double or triple what I had last year.

As for formulas, I totally sympathise. It absolutely seems pointless. The only real aid is that in certain cases, it is somewhat simpler to use one form over another.

As for remembering formulas, only two things have really worked for me: flashcards and tons of practice. Personally, just by using formulas so many times it'll ingrain, I don't know if you're the same way but it seems like it makes sense.

Edit: Final thing, if you know what the teacher will be lecturing on, read that section of the book before class, and use class to make sure you understand, not learning for the first time.

Anyway, best of luck. I'm sure the above is what almost everyone says, but hey, additional advice can't hurt.

Originally Posted by RoboDesigners

I this is off topic, but as far as some studying ideas...

• Take notes in class: normally the teacher tests on what they think is important, and that's what they will talk about in class
• Copy your class notes onto other paper neatly (sooner the better)
• Make flashcards
• Knowing the concepts is critical: if you can derive the formulas then you don't have to memorize so many formuals!
• Take notes while reading.
• Ask your teachers for more explanation if you don't completely understand a concept

This is what I do, and since it was mentioned, I thought I'd share...

Thanks for the advice guys. I better pick up index cards . Since it seems to help others