So, I didn’t completely fail my chemistry midterm. Out of 100 possible points, the mean was approximately 57 points and the standard deviation was approximately 18 points. The lowest score was 11 points, and the highest score was 98 points.
Originally, when I saw the score distribution, I was pretty sure that I had managed to get the lowest score in the class. Thankfully, I didn’t.
Nevertheless, I still got a pretty low score. But, it was my entire fault. I missed many lectures, and I failed to seek help early enough. So, without much ado, my tips for future college freshmen:
1. ATTEND LECTURE, even if you sleep through it. Your professor will be writing your tests; the authors of your textbooks will not be writing your tests. Although the material presented by both may be similar, they probably won’t be the same. Learning solely out of the textbook is not a winning strategy.
2. SEEK HELP FROM FRIENDS IN TIME. Surrounding yourself with smart friends is a good strategy, but there’s no point if you don’t take an active role in asking them for help when you need it. Plan ahead.
Now if only I can follow my own advice…
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