Lifeline Notebook Study Guide

Study Notes

Lifeline Notebook

Start notebook at beginning of semester, add to it as semester progresses
Stem subjects:
- Important Dates
- Topics
- Formulas per chapter
- Definitions
- Structures
- Notes (key points)
- Corrections
- Practice questions and marking scheme answers
Essay based subjects:
- Important dates
- Phrases to include in essays (from model essays/books)
- Your essays (with mistakes)
- Corrected essays (after marking)
- Model essays (highlight key phrases)

Study Tips

Write down topics and subtopics as you progress through the semester
Include every single formula
Write down every mistake you make: Include the question, your incorrect answer, the correct answer, and your teacher’s explanation
Don’t just write due dates: Write down start dates for studying, projects and homework
Connect concepts together by linking them
Use AI tools: Summarization, essay outlines, translation (to simplify text)

Homework

First step: look at your homework and see if you have all the resources to complete it
- Ask any questions right away, don’t wait until the next day
- Complete easy questions you already know
Learn by doing: Start homework immediately, then check textbook or other resources for anything you don’t know
- This turns 1 hour of studying and 1 hour of homework into 1 hour of mixed study & homework.
Read parallel to your textbook: Don’t simply recite the sentence, explain it in your own words
- Use flash cards and create questions
- Learning should feel slightly challenging

Studying

Study in groups: studying alone means learning everything from scratch
Set a soft deadline 3-4 days before the actual deadline: Helps to manage time and allows for comparison with friends
When stuck on a problem, text someone who might know how to solve it: Pivot to something else afterwards
Reduce screen time to improve focus

Pomodoro Technique

Short study bursts: 45-minute to 1-hour sessions
Steps:
- Pick a task
- Set a 45-minute to 1-hour timer
- Work on the task until it is complete
- Take a 5-minute break
- After every 4 Pomodoros, take a longer 15-30 minute break
Tools: flashcards

Learning Tools & Techniques

Short-term rewards: Split study sessions and give your brain small rewards
Body doubling: Study with someone else
Practice tests: Help you learn and practice without the risk of failure
- Boosts confidence
- Power of repetition
Learn to teach: Try explaining a topic to someone else to solidify understanding
Station:
- Ditch your phone
- Study in a dedicated environment
- Create a quiz without hints
- Take breaks

Description

This quiz is designed to help you create an organized Lifeline Notebook for your semester. It covers essential tips on how to systematically note important dates, formulas, essay phrases, and corrections. By following these guidelines, you can enhance your study practices and improve your academic performance.