How to Study 1.Don't try skipping a class and then trying to catch up by reading the textbook. Teachers often highlight points they think will appear on a test or exam. You should pay special attention to the last five weeks in the semester because almost 50% of the course's work will take place in the last part of the term. 2.Understand your teacher. Find out your teacher's testing format, marking scheme and expectations. You will get better grades by meeting the teacher's standards. 3.Set specific times to study. You should set a time when to review your notes so that you will be more obligied to review at that time. Reviewing your notes also helps you remember them thro