Q&A for How to Achieve the First Rank in Your Class

Study diligently! To help yourself stay motivated, study in short, half-hour bursts. Then, take small breaks to recharge.

That depends on where you go to school. I would check with your guidance counselor to see what classes affect your rank. For example, schools may use your unweighted GPA while others may put more emphasis on weighted classes, such as AP courses.

Keep working at it. Study hard and put all your effort into succeeding. Do it because you want to further your education, not just so that you can be first in the class.

It is quite normal to get distracted while studying. If something else that you don't know enters your mind, write it down on a piece of paper, then when you're done studying, go back and look at the things you wrote down.

Just start distancing yourself from them slowly, or if they're really bad friends, tell them directly that you don't want to be their friend anymore. If they're distracting you in class, tell the teacher about it, and/or ask her to move your seat.

Yes. Prepare a study timetable, and don't mug up the texts and notes. You should start solving sample papers so as to reach your aim.

Chances are you are not studying hard enough. Normally, studying two or three hours in a day will be enough. During exam time, you may want to study more.

By studying hard. I know it's difficult to be dedicated, but the effort will be worth it. You can also ask the teacher if there are extra projects you can do for extra credit.

First of all, focus only other things and ignore them. If they really bother you, ask them to stop. If they don't stop, tell your teacher.

By studying hard and solving previous years' question papers. Presenting or explaining lessons actually improves your study, and listening well to your teacher and parents helps you a lot.

Why aren't you getting credit? Try talking to your teacher about this. If you feel like someone else is getting credit for your work, don't whine about it, just calmly explain the situation. If you feel like you're working hard and not seeing any results, tell them this. They may have some good study-related tips for you.

It is always better to take your time, because you'll be less likely to make mistakes. However, if you want to get through the exam quickly, answer the easiest questions first, then make your way through the harder ones.

Study at whatever time you are usually most awake, whether that be first thing in the morning, afternoon, or evening. Take regular breaks when studying, i.e. 15 minutes every 45 minutes or so. During the break, walk around a little, splash cold water on your face, drink some caffeine, etc.

Normally, studying 2 to 3 hours in a day will be enough. During exam time, you may want to study more.

See wikiHow article Avoid Distractions While Studying .

As long as it doesn't distract you, yes. Many people like listening to classical music or jazz while studying, as it doesn't have vocals, which can pull your focus away from your work.

Don't think about making your study faster; instead, just make a goal and study.

Yes, of course. Nobody is perfect, so it's unlikely that anyone in your class has received 100s on every assignment and exam.

Follow the methods in Improve Your Memory .

Learn from your mistakes. Did you not study hard enough for midterms? Did you not study the right things? Consider getting advice from your teachers and your high-ranking peers, and maybe even organize a study group. Most importantly, don't let past failures get you down or shake your confidence. Everybody makes mistakes, you just have to learn and grow from them.

Check out the tips in Study for Five Minutes Before a Test .

Reference Make a Study Timetable .

Some feel more relaxed and have an easier time studying at night, while others prefer studying in the morning when they feel fresh. But early morning is the best time for studying because it's the time when our brains functions to their fullest. Meditating before studies improves your concentration.

Place the effort of worrying about getting ahead of someone else toward your own improvement instead. That's likely what those who are at the top of the class are doing.

When you're actually in class, you should be giving your full attention to the teacher and taking notes relating to what they're saying so that you can review them later. Ask questions if you're confused, and answer questions if the teacher asks for participation. If they give out any in-class assignments, tests, quizzes, etc., do your absolute best, and if you have time left over when you're finished, double check your answers. Don't have your phone or any other distractions out during class, and don't talk to your classmates unless you've been given group work.

Always think positively. The more you study, the less nervous you should be, so prepare well. Then when it's time to take the test, just take slow, deep breaths, and tell yourself, "I studied hard, I'm completely prepared for this, and I'm going to get a good grade."

Get a normal calendar at home and write on it which day you have to deceived your homework and when are your assignments.

If you know for a fact other students are cheating, tell the teacher. Other than that, all you can do is work hard and try your best. Know that you'll be better off than your classmates because you'll actually learn the material. You'll be prepared for the future and they'll be lost when they're in a position where they actually have to know things and can't cheat.

Tell your teacher about it, maybe they will move you to the front or talk to that student that is distracting you. Ignore the students trying to distract you, they'll soon learn that you're not worth trying to talk to.

Study hard nd concentrate in class. Take notes. Study for exams at least 3 to 4 hours practice a day in the weeks leading up to the exam and always do last year's question paper under timed conditions. In other words, do a lot of work in order to reap the rewards.