Academic English for International Exams. Parts 1 and 2 (385,00 руб.)

6 STUDY TIPS General Study Tips When you take an international academic test, the only way to be certain of an excellent score is to be able to read, write, understand, and speak English like an educated native speaker. <...> You have no doubt been developing your ability in these areas for many years now. <...> Unfortunately, this is not something one can accomplish by studying in the traditional way. <...> By keeping the following study tips in mind, you can optimize your study habits and achieve the highest possible scores with the level of language proficiency you have obtained. <...> This should include the following:  A comfortable chair and spacious table or desk,  Suitable lighting,  Good ventilation and air quality — an open window or a house plant are good ideas,  An area free of distractions such as outside noise, television, or radio (unless you are using the television or radio to study),  Proper space to keep all the materials you will need when studying, such as books, paper, pens, pencils, a tape recorder or other recording device, and if possible, a computer with Internet access. <...> Do not study to the point of exhaustion, as this has been shown to be ineffective in retaining information. <...> 3) "Cramming," i.e. studying intensely for a day or two before an exam, is not effective, as it strains your general health and well-being and does not lead to good long-term retention of information or skills. <...> Do the best that you can and do not worry excessively about any <...>