3 tips for studying Mathematics, Engineering and Physics: For students who want to get awesome marks and destroy the final exam!
Today's post is for any technical students who are studying physics, engineering or mathematics. In this post I will give you tips on how to improve your grades and how to smash the final exam! If you feel as though no matter how much time you spend on studying, you can never retain the information, you need to read the following and use these helpful pointers.
Tip 1: Don't read the textbook.
If you are used to reading large amounts of content to study for an easy or exam and you usually learn this way, you have probably realised your efforts of applying the same studying technique on mathematics and technical problems have been in vein. This isn't because you are not intelligent or because you are bad at mathematics, it means you have adopted a studying technique used for essay writing and written exams. This technique is not applicable to studying for technical style questions (questions with numbers) where you are solving a numerical problem using mathematical tools. DO NOT read the textbook! The way you learn how to solve technical problems is by engaging in the act of solving technical problems.
I would say that while studying, attempting to solve a problem and then failing, is actually better than getting it correct the first time and moving onto the next problem. When you fail or get a question wrong, it causes you to think and your brain will work harder to try and find the solution, in turn, this 'failing then succeeding' process will create more connections in your brain and cement the solving process for that type of question in your explicit or long-term memory. If you tackle a numerical problem after 'reading' how to solve it, you will most probably fail. Not to mention, it takes so much more brain power to apply the theory to solving the question.
So instead of reading about how to solve the question, just work at solving the question even if you fail. It's ok. You're studying so you get as many chances as you need.
Tip 2: Repetition.
Repetition, Repetition, Repetition. In order for you to get proficient at solving numerical problems such as those in mathematics, physics and engineering. You need to study them over, and over, and over. Have you ever wondered how some people can finish a maths exam in one third of the time given and still get an amazing score? It's because, whether or not they are aware of it, they have answered similar questions so many times that it has become second nature to them. If we think of the questions 5 + 5 = or 2 x 3 =, we can answer them so quickly it's almost like we don't need to think at all. Do we need to review the theory of addition or multiplication to answer these questions? No. We have done them so many times that a simple 'process' of computing them is adopted instead of applying the complex 'theory' or rule that governs the operations of '+' and 'x'. This approach of adopting a 'process' rather than a 'theory' can be used in the same way when dealing with more difficult mathematical operations and problems. The only way this 'process' approach can be learned is by repetition and attempting the same type of questions over and over again. This technique will give you the skills you need to leave the exam early and be seen as almost super human by your peers.
Tip 3: If you can't answer at first, have a 'Peek'.
If, while studying, you get stuck on a question longer than 10 minutes and can't work it out, have a 'peek' and look at the solution then go back to continue answering the question for yourself. Don't be discouraged if you don't know the answer when studying and think that if you can't work out NOW you're a dumb dumb. If you can't work it out NOW, look at the solution and become familiar with the process needed to solve the problem, and then, have another crack at the question with the solution in your head AND remember in order to build a strong understanding of the 'process' and be able to recognise when you are faced with a problem that requires the same 'process' you need to practice repetition, repetition, repetition, on all possible questions you know will be in the exam.
I hope these tips help you smash your mathematics, engineering and physics classes. I am currently writing an eBook on studying and becoming a successful student. It combines the experiences I gained from making a transition from failing in my first year of university to winning and ultimately publishing scholarly articles and becoming a PhD student.
If you are having trouble studying and raising your grades at high school or university, stay tuned to my blog posts. I will be posting many more tips and helpful hints to help you reach your potential.
If these tips are a little vague or you don't understand the content here. Travel to my 'contact me' page and you can ask any question you may have. I will do my best to answer any of your queries.
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