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Old 11-08-2014, 02:35 PM   #14486
Shayan4440
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Originally Posted by TheGreatLeader View Post
Does anyone have any tips for a first year that feels like they are going to be put on academic probation after their very first semester? Just failed a math 157 midterm and got below 57% on a bio test and bio lab test...
I feel the biggest problem first years have is that they tend to memorize surface information rather than trying to get a strong grasp of the underlying concepts. Always ask yourself why a formula is structured like that or what details does it show you and how is that relevant? Stuff like this.

Also, be structured and organized. Plan ahead. Don't let failure drag you down. Use your mistakes as learning experiences.
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