How to prepare for Medical &Engineering Entrance Examination

CET, AIIMS, AFMC, AIPMT, AIEEE, IIT, BITSAT, IIST

How to prepare for Medical &Engineering Entrance Examination

CET, AIIMS, AFMC, AIPMT, AIEEE, IIT, BITSAT, IIST

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READING

Simple Text books Reference Books

Basic

Definition, Meaning, Problems

Chapter wise reference

Concept Link Logic

Foot Notes, Bibliography, Diagrams, Links, Application

DIAGRMS

Observation Arrangement Memory

MCQ PAPERS

Theory Theory Problems

ScientistsLatent Heat Specific

HeatSpecific Gravity

Gravity of the

Problems

Mendel Darwin Einsten Bhor

READING

Classify the document

Laws Definition Explanatory Difference Thinking

Derivation Illustration Figures

ORGANISATION

Whole Part by part Ascending Descending

Flash Cards RecitationConversion of

Units

Substitution

PHYSICS

SyllabusMathematical Table

& Physical Table

Worked Examples

Chapters Terminology Numerical problem Books

Text Books

Diagrams

Reference Books

ProblemWorked

examplesExercises

CHEMISTRY

Syllabus Mathematical Table & Chemical Table or

Periodic Table

CBSC ICSE ISC State

Worked Examples

Periodic Table Terminology

Concentrate on Biochemistry

Chapters Numerical Examples

Text book Reference bookWorked Examples Exercise

BIOLOGY

Text Book Reference Book

CBSE Other State SyllabusICSE ISC

DiagramsMore Emphasis on Biotechnology

Biochemistry

Math Study SkillsMath Study Skills

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Studying for Math is Different

• Math builds on knowledge of previous concepts and skills.

• Math is learned by doing problems.

• Requires practice even when the fundamental concepts are understood.

Preparing for Class

• GO TO EVERY CLASS!• Have a positive attitude.• Review last class notes and homework. • Preview the text section that will be covered that

day.• Find potential questions to ask.

Strategies to Study Math

• ASAP summarize, review, and edit your notes.• Read your textbook.• Memorize formulas.• Do ALL your homework.• Study everyday.• Get to know your teacher.

More Strategies to Study Math

• Transcribe notes only on the front of each page. Use the back side to enter examples, reminders, theorems, etc.

• Always write the problem number, page, and the full problem itself.

• Consider using a 3-ring binder.• Use other books as reference.

Some Memory Techniques

• Word Association

• Mnemonics

• Acronyms

Use WHISK for Word Problems

• W = What?– What the problem is asking you to find.

• H = How?– How you will solve the problem.

• I = Illustrate– Draw a picture, make a diagram, table, or graph.

• S = Solve– Perform the mathematical calculations needed.

• K = Keys

Tips on Taking a Math Test

• Look over the entire test to get a sense of how long it is.• Read the instructions of each section of the test.• Start with the problems you know you can do.• Time is of essence - work as quickly as you can (while still

maintaining legibility).• Show as many steps as possible.

More Strategies to Study Math

• Transcribe notes only on the front of each page. Use the back side to enter examples, reminders, theorems, etc.

• Always write the problem number, page, and the full problem itself.

• Consider using a 3-ring binder.• Use other books as reference.

Some Memory Techniques

• Word Association

• Mnemonics

• Acronyms

Use WHISK for Word Problems

• W = What?– What the problem is asking you to find.

• H = How?– How you will solve the problem.

• I = Illustrate– Draw a picture, make a diagram, table, or graph.

• S = Solve– Perform the mathematical calculations needed.

• K = Keys

Tips on Taking a Math Test

• Look over the entire test to get a sense of how long it is.• Read the instructions of each section of the test.• Start with the problems you know you can do.• Time is of essence - work as quickly as you can (while still

maintaining legibility).• Show as many steps as possible.

Tips on Taking a Math Test

• Don’t erase! - just put an X through the work you don’t want graded.

• Box, circle or underline your answer.• Don’t give up on multiple-part questions, even if you can’t

get the first part.• Before turning in your test, make sure that you have

answered all parts to a question.• If you have time, check all your work.

Getting Help

• When? - EARLY! FROM DAY-ONE!• Use all resources available to you:– ask questions in class– visit the instructor’s Office Hours– ask friends– go to the Math Lab, Math Help Room, and/or other

tutoring sessions on campus.

• Ask specific questions.

The “SECRET” of Math Success

• PRACTICE!PRACTICE!

• PRACTICE!PRACTICE!

• PRACTICE!PRACTICE!

Examples of Questions

• Okay Question:– How do you do #17?

• Better Question:– Can you show me how to set up #17?

• Even Better Question:–This is how I tried to do #17. Can you show me

what I’m doing wrong?

QUOTE

“The Universe is a grand book which cannot be read until one first learns to comprehend the language and become familiar with the characters in which it is composed. It is written in the language of Mathematics.”

--Galileo

Getting Help from Tutors

• Your tutor is a resource to support and guide.

• Go with questions in mind.

• You steer the direction of the tutoring session.

Always attend class:

• Math is a language. It has its own rules and symbols.

• Math is a sequential subject. That means what you learned yesterday will help you learn today.

• New math concepts require old math skills!Ex. Can you work out fraction problems

without multiplication?

Keep up with homework:

• Homework helps you practice and learn new/old math concepts.

• Homework is a great time to find questions to ask the teacher, so you can understand.

• Homework prepares you for tests, quizzes etc.

• Homework will give you confidence and skills you need.

Try to understand math problems:

• While working on math problems ask yourself what the question is asking.

Ex. What am I suppose to be looking for?• Doing everything step-by-step will greatly

help you find a solution.• Math problems are sometimes

overwhelming and confusing, so use the step-by-step strategy.

Use index cards to study tests:

• Before making the cards, first you must make sure you understand the problems on each math concept as well as work them out.

• Write the problems on index cards.• Shuffle cards and set a timer.• Work on the problems as they are dealt to you.• NO TEXTBOOK!

Ask questions in class:

• Don’t be shy or hesitate to ask questions!• The teacher/students WILL NOT make fun

of you.• At least one other person may have the

same question.

Ask questions outside of class:

• If you really don’t want to ask a question save it for the end of class.

• If you think of a question too late write it down and save it for the end of class.

• Then see the teacher.

Check homework assignments:

• After correcting homework assignments, review your work to see what you got right and wrong.

• Make sure you understand what you got wrong.

• Use homework assignments to help study.

Pay attention in class:

When you stay alert in class you will find it much easier because you know what’s going on, you know the steps to solve problem and learn more!

Don’t talk in class:

• If you have a question ask teacher or ask a classmate during scheduled practice time.

• Don’t talk during a lecture or presentation. • Listen.• Stay focused.

Is my answer reasonable:

• Check to ensure your answer is reasonable.

Use textbook and study guide:

• These books contain pages with great examples.• They also contain explanations and definitions.

Finally, remember that if you can dream it, you can achieve it. Your beliefs about yourself help shape your future. You must create a culture of success within yourself, a belief that with hard work you will have a successful year in math.