The document provides five essential tips for succeeding in psychology courses: making a study plan, learning memorization techniques, getting to know your professor, mastering test-taking strategies, and avoiding procrastination. It emphasizes the importance of preparing in advance, using effective study methods, and building rapport with instructors to enhance learning. Additionally, it suggests utilizing technology to stay organized and make the most of available study time.

1. www.helpingpsychology.com 5 Tips for Succeeding in Your Psychology Courses

2. www.helpingpsychology.com When you begin a new semester of psychology courses, it’s often best to start by being proactive. Don’t respond to problems as they happen; prepare to stay ahead of the curve by implementing the following: Here are 5 most important tips to help you succeed in getting off to a great start.

3. www.helpingpsychology.com Make a Plan Plan ahead for when and where you’ll study. By keeping a routine schedule, it’s easier to form a positive habit early on. You also won’t spend time needlessly thinking about what you’ll study and when. That will leave you with more study time and much-needed down time too. Choose a place that has the minimum number of distractions possible. Remember to turn off your cell phone and other electronic distractions. 1

4. www.helpingpsychology.com Learn Some Memorization Techniques Just as it’s important to know where and when you’ll study, you also need to know how to study. While it’s crucial to thoroughly understand concepts and their applications in your psychology courses, you will also be presented with many facts. 2

5. www.helpingpsychology.com Learn Some Memorization Techniques Things like names, dates and places are nothing more than items you need to commit to memory. By learning some memorization techniques , you’ll save time studying and become less likely to confuse similar words and ideas. 2

6. www.helpingpsychology.com Get to Know your Professor By spending some face time with your instructor, you’ll develop a rapport that can both help you learn and provide other advantages. If you’re making a career out of the information you learn in your psychology courses, then instructors can often point you in the right direction as they come to know you. By talking with them, you’ll gain insight into what subjects are important to know and how to prepare for upcoming tests and assignments. 3

7. www.helpingpsychology.com Know How to Take Tests When you’ve done all the preparation you can, knowing how to take tests is the last little bit of insurance to help you get the best grade possible. It can often make the difference when your grade is borderline and you confront a question you still don’t know the answer to. 4

8. www.helpingpsychology.com Know How to Take Tests Often this skill comes down to a process of elimination for multiple choice questions . However, the golden rule for all tests is to never leave a question blank. Always give it your best shot. 4

9. www.helpingpsychology.com Keep Away from Procrastination The worst thing you can do is put off studying and preparation to the last minute. Use tools like planners, calendars and checklists to help you know what is due that week. If you’re addicted to your cell phone, then use that to your advantage. 5

10. www.helpingpsychology.com Keep Away from Procrastination There are many applications for modern smart phones that help students keep track of upcoming assignments. You can even do research from your phone if you find yourself stuck on the bus or other events where you’re sitting dormant. Learn to make the most of your time and you’ll avoid procrastination. 5

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