Organizational Tips
A plan is the first step
to execution.
Make a REALISTIC schedule at the beginning of the month and then take a picture of that schedule and make it your lock screen. Planning out what nights to study for what subject could help you be more motivated to do it. Try to stick to your schedule as much as possible - nothing will work unless you do.
Make MANY to do lists with due dates. This way you can prioritize what needs to be done first and its satisfying when you start to see them being ticked off.
Planning what units you will study each day on PAPER gives you a visual idea of how much time you have and the best way it will be utilized.
Review Packages
Make one giant review package by gathering all available resources you have to study for the exam. This should be your first step before you actually begin studying
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E.g., unit test review sheets, exam outline, review quizzes, unit tests, etc.
If you’re making a study guide, make it like you’re going to give it to somebody. What would they need to know? How’s the best way you can tell her this info?
In really heavy courses, it can be helpful to make a review package that summarizes the main concepts of the course. Before every test, summarize the material covered. At the end of the semester, you can take all of your summary sheets and study those to prepare for the final exam. It is easy to get overwhelmed by the idea of rereading your textbook or old handouts from your teacher, so a concise summary makes studying so much easier.