august study buddy

[sarah_viola]

I am in the process of motivating myself for the August test, but I have yet to sit down and actually start. I took a TPR class this spring, in preparation for the April test, but between class and work, I barely did any of the reading/homework and didn't take it. So, my plan was to do all of the PR work, but I'm having problems getting started. My friends check in on me, but I just get annoyed with them when they ask how I'm doing. I was wondering if perhaps checking in with someone who was studying on their own would help keep me on track. Anyone else feel the same?

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[lil pook]

Are you just using TPR?

 

[sarah_viola]

I'm debating getting the EK physics and chem books, but I'm not sure if I'd have time to use them at this point. I think I probably will.

 

[lil pook]

I would say definitely get them unless you are already strong in those areas.

I am using EK and am very satisfied

 

[tBw]

also be aware that EK has a 'schedule' on their website for August studying that I found quite useful. Somehow it's easier to motivate myself if I see in black and white where I'm spsed to be at in my studying and so if I am getting behind.

 

[sarah_viola]

I did end up getting the ek set, and i printed off their schedule. It's nice to see that I'm not behind yet! Maybe there is hope. Thanks, guys!

 

[Energon]

sarah I am in the same boat as you are.... I really need motivation too....
I am studying all my TPR stuff that I had from before.

 

[sarah_viola]

I am trying to find ways to make studying "fun".

I have modified the EK schedule to fit my week, but it's still going to be a s-t-r-e-t-c-h doing 4 hrs a night. I think I'll end up making a lot of it up on the weekends. I'll review the PR books, then look at EK to condense, then do the PR science workbook questions and finally the PR passages. I like the way the EK schedule is set up. I didn't take the class, but it looks like they do each lecture twice, on different days. I think I'll read and do passages one day, and then go over the answers the next day, and review basics again, which should help w/ retention. Anyone have any input?

I have a white board, so that will help make the material more interactive.

Anyone have any "fun" study tips?

Regardless, I START THIS WEEKEND!!!!!!

 

[lotanna]

I'm retaking it for the __th time
I've used Kaplan stuff and taked PR class b4, i got all teh EK stuff, kinda glanced at it, plus i'm a regular on their forum, and I think it just might be it

I'll use the PR science workout for bio passages and I'm using EK home study schedule, Jordan emailed me, I start this sunday!!!