Academic life is extremely relevant to us people in this modern world.Every person is very concerned about their academic livesas well as those of their kith and kin. Nowadays, all persons are literally racing for a good academic career and are always in an effort to improve their academic livesfor taking them to the finest. A good academic life is necessary for a proper career. History has witnessed divisions in our society on basis of career and occupations. Such divisions are more or less still there in our modern society and they decide the stature and position of a person. That is why everybody is chasing a successful career.

It is simple Darwinism that the one fit for this nature or system will survive whereas others will perish. Same goes with academic lives. If you cannot perform upto the markyou will fall behind and perish into darkness. Other persons will stamp on you and move ahead. So, a good academic life is now a survival issue for students.Yet there are many students who fail to perform well and suffer a lot. They get frustrated and depressed. As a result, a cold conflict exists between those students and our education system. This is not a very pleasing situation but fortunately, there are ways to remedy it.Here are some techniques that will surely help such helpless students to perform better in their academic lives.

Before we start, let me tell you that you should always keep in your mind that you must have an urge within you for studying and you must be ready to work hard. These ways are not miracles and you must follow them sincerely. Also, the techniques of studying will vary with your standard and level of intelligence and you must adapt accordingly.

Preliminary education

Preliminary level education is the first and foremost level of education and it is indispensable for advancing any further in academic stream.During such a period, most students have little idea about education and its significance. So it is the responsibility of their parents and teachers to put them on a right track. These tips are mainly for parents, teachers and academic authorities.

• Schools offering preliminary education must have huge playgrounds and ample options for children to play when they are at school.
• Usually, students do not have much pressure or difficulty in studying at this level. Hence, they have and should definitely be given more time to play and enjoy childhood.
• For kindergarten children whoare about 3 to 5 years old, teaching should be simple, easy and mustinclude enough funwhich shouldbe related more to toys and interesting games. This helps to develop their mind and brain.
• ‘All work and no play make Jack a dull boy!’ – said by famous James Howell.Surely, you would not want your child to start their life as a ‘dull’ student, would you?
• Besides according to most pediatrician and health experts, playground activities and outdoor gamesmake a person healthy and fit.And as you know, ‘Health is wealth!’

Secondary education

When you get to a school level educational system, your responsibilities about your academic life comes into picture. You have to concentrate more and better on your studies than while playing.As you get promoted to higher standards your responsibilities are enhanced at every single stage. This all means that this is the stage when you have to learn how you become responsible and efficient.

• Extreme care must be taken in this phase of student life by every student and also by their teachers as their futures begins here.
• Students weak in studies should take special care.They should sincerely study both in class and at home.
• Attend classes regularly and be attentive. Make sure that you understand all explanations of your teachers during their lectures.
• Make a weekly and daily routine for studying at home and keep short time slots for entertainments too.
• Homeworkshould be doneevery day with care and keeping track of time.
• Also, concentrate on your weaker skills. For example, ifone is weak in calculations; they should practice maths often whereas if another has poor writing skills, they should well explore the benefits of including essay writings in homework.
• Whenever, you will have doubts or queries about your lessons do not hesitate to take help from others or question your teachers.
• From a serious studygroup with friends and classmates.Studying in groups makes learning more interesting and easy. Many of your doubtstoo are clarified by other members through discussion sessions.
• If you still have troubles in your academic life, feel free to join home tutorials or online classes.
• Above all this, remember, this is the timefor you to decide which stream to choose for higher education.

Influence of a teacher is very important at this level, as it guides a student to select the most appropriate stream for them. Every student has his or her own passion and likings. Nobody else, not even their parents or teachers should for any reason impose their preferences or decisions on their student. A student should be allowed to follow their heart freely and find out which career they prefer or are passionate about.

Higher education

Higher studies begin at colleges and universities. Once you are in college it is high time to get serious aboutyour studies.Accept the fact that learning now will never be as interesting and easy as you have seen before. Be prepared for tough challenges and most complex lessons here.You must have a very strong grip on concepts and ideas. Your application powers too will be tested rigorously here.But you can always seek help from your college teachers, home tutors and the Internet.Forgetabout much entertainment or recreationin this stage. Studying here includes a lot of projects and assignments where you are free to express your ideas and show your creativity.

Tackling exams

Exam is an idea prevalent since preliminary stages of education.They are present at all levels including secondary, higher secondary and university educations. Fortunately, ways of tackling exams are similar in all these levels.

• The atmosphere of examination hall is usually eerie. But never let it grasp your mind.
• Make sure you have a cool and clear head before you sit for your exam. Drink enough water or wash your face, if necessary.
• Once you get the question paper, read all throughout it very carefully and mark out those questions that you can answer easily.
• Attempt those easy questions first. Provide necessary explanations, examples, diagrams, equations, etc.wherever demanded.
• Always keep track of time while writing and write accordingly.

These above-mentioned techniques and ways are the major ones that canbring success in your academic life. If you are a student troubled and hassled with burden of studies and failures, thenfeel free to follow these techniques and surely you willadvance successfully in your academic life towards the best career for you.