All the educational institutions have been shut down in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic that is unfolding. Although these institutions are said to be closed up until April 12, there is no clear timeline regarding when these institutions will reopen. The World Health Organization (WHO) has already declared COVID-19 a global pandemic with more than 3 hundred thousand confirmed cases and 13 thousand deaths all over the globe as of March 22.
Similarly, a high-level coordination committee formed by the government to control coronavirus (COVID-19) has already put-off the examinations of all levels until further notice. This includes the examinations of Grade 10 (SEE), Grade 11 and 12, Tribhuvan University, Pokhara University, Purbanchal University and so on. This crucial step was taken against the possible spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).
As the pandemic is unfolding, many students preparing for examination might lose their momentum and focus. According to Dr. David Cosgrave, an exam coach associated with gradeleader.com, the best thing that students can do outside of following health official's protocols is preparing for their exam. There are no specific ways to prepare for the exam in this uncertain time, but a few tips will help you.
1. Take precautions
Taking the necessary precautions in this time of uncertainty is the best thing you can do. Protect yourself and others by doing the following:
- STAY AT HOME.
- Wash your hands with soap frequently.
- Maintain physical distance.
- Cover your nose and mouth while sneezing and coughing.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, face, and mouth.
- Don't believe and share misinformation about COVID-19.
- Seek proper medical care if you have fever, cough and breathing difficulties.
2. Don't let fear and anxiety to rule over you
It is easy to succumb to fear and anxiety in this worst of time. However, you should try not to let fear and anxiety rule over you. Fearing and Panicking will only have negative consequences. With a calm head and by taking the necessary precautions, you can save yourself and other people from getting this disease. Don't believe in anything that is shared on social media. Rumor and sensational headlines can increase your anxiety levels affecting your physical and mental health.
3. Prioritize
Start studying with a plan. Make a list of what topics you need to cover and plan how/when are you going to cover them. Prioritize your subjects and allocate time to them accordingly. Focus more on your weaker areas and less on your strong areas. Find learning methods/styles that suit you the best. There are so many: mnemonics, loci, link systems, peg systems, and acronyms to name some of them.
4. Organize your time
Many experts have suggested that organizing time helps for efficient learning. Time can be your very good friend you can use it wisely. Organize and have a clear picture of your upcoming days, weeks and months. Try to follow the schedule but don't be too rigid. Similarly also allocate some time for non-study activities that you can perform indoor.
5. Focus on remote learning
Thanks to technology, there are many online learning platforms where you can learn anything like Khan Academy, Coursera, edX, Udemy, and so on, enabling students to learn anything anywhere. These platforms are readily accessible and many courses are available for free. What you need is a smartphone/computer and a good internet connection.
Many educational institutions are also providing distance learning education so that the students continue learning even when they're not in the classroom.
6. Create a study zone
Create an area that is dedicated to your study. Having a study zone will help you get motivated to study. Make your study zone clean, organized, and distraction-free so you can invest more time into studying.
7. Communication is the key
Try to maintain regular contacts via phone, emails or social media with your teacher and friends. Teachers will help you with the invaluable ideas, recommendations and necessary feedback on areas related to study. Good communication is at the heart of good teaching-learning practices.
Disclaimer: This post is not intended to provide health advice.
