Education

HOW TO STUDY WITHOUT LOSING CONCENTRATION

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2 years ago

February 5, 2023

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Finding it hard to study? Studying without losing concentration can be very challenging for everyone and especially students. This is the reason many people take things like drugs and caffeine just to increase their concentration and get that book or material into their skulls by all means. These days, it is even hard to study for 30 minutes straight and harder to study for 30 minutes straight with full concentration. Am I right? This sometimes can cause failure because there are some subjects or courses that require full attention and concentration from the reader, so as to get firsthand understanding.

Being able to study without losing concentration and remembering all that you read is very paramount to student success at secondary and tertiary level. This article will help you approach reading differently and read with better concentration.

THINGS YOU MUST DO BEFORE READING TO CONCENTRATE FULLY

· EAT

Have you heard that a hungry man is an angry man? Yes! Have you ever tried reading and you keep hearing your stomach sing those angry songs of hunger to you? You must always have a good balanced meal before reading. Not too light and definitely not too heavy (Don’t swallow plenty Eba and start sleeping anyhow). Hunger can get you easily distracted and makes your reading session boring. I can’t concentrate when I’m thinking about a plate of fried rice and chicken. Can you?

· RELAX OR SLEEP

Trying to read with full concentration when your body is totally tired is near impossible. “Body no be firewood ”. Take time to rest well even before your reading. It makes the brain very sharp, alert and ready to receive information when you are ready to read. This is a very important way to boosting concentration!

· PLAN YOUR READING

Reading in a disorganized manner can definitely make the reading boring and make you lose concentration. Make a plan of what you want to read and how you want to do so. Also, set a goal of what you want to cover during that particular reading session. This action helps direct your brain towards fulfilling that particular task and giving the book its full concentration.

CHOOSE A SUITABLE ENVIRONMENT

It is always very important for you to choose a place very comfortable for you to read. Stay away from distractions and make use of an environment you are very comfortable with.

THINGS YOU MUST DO DURING READING TO CONCENTRATE FULLY

· BE FOCUSED

Nothing aids concentration more than your own willingness to read and concentrate fully. Be fully focused and engaged in your reading. Soliloquizing can come in handy (explaining points to yourself), writing down points, making further researches when reading, etc. This pattern in particular has worked for me very well. It makes you enjoy the whole reading and even read longer than normal.

· TAKE BREAKS

In your attempt to study with full concentration, you must take short breaks from time to time. Your brain sometimes needs to relax from all the information being pumped into it. So take a 15minutes break or so, listen to some music, watch a short video, chat with a friend, etc. This helps you concentrate more especially when you are struggling with a boring course.

· READ IN A GROUP

The advantages of reading in groups are very numerous. It helps your understanding; it helps your remembrance and also helps you concentrate on what you are reading. Get a study group and read alongside them. A serious study group please.

READ WITH EARPHONES

This right here doesn’t work for everyone but it works well for some people, like me. Reading with earphones can help shut the door to every other form of distraction and enable you direct your mind towards your bookwork alone. Usually when I’m at a night class to read, I always ready with my earphones because it take my attention away from every single thing happening to me and helps me direct my energy to wards my book. You should try it out.

I hope you found this very helpful, remember sharing is caring so do well to share this to your social media pages. Thank you.

SUCCESS ALL THE WAY PARTNER!

Education

1ST NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS CONFERENCE ON UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS) ESSAY COMPETITION

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9 months ago

February 29, 2024

Eniola sanni

The 1st Nigerian Tertiary Institutions Conference on UN SDGs presents the SDG Youth Essay Competition, offering undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary institutions a chance to contribute to the discussion on achieving SDG4, Quality Education.

Competition Overview:

1st Nigerian Tertiary Institutions Conference on UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Essay Competition

The SDG Youth Essay Competition offers a grand prize of N1 million for the top three winners, along with free sponsorship to attend the 1st Nigeria Tertiary Institution Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in April 2024 in Abuja.

Competition Requirements:

1. Eligibility:

– Open exclusively to undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary institutions.

2. Entry Guidelines:

– Topic:The Role of Students in Attainment of SDG4

– length: Essays should be 1500 words.

– Entry Period: Thursday, February 1, 2024 – Thursday, February 29, 2024

– Referencing: APA Style (6th Edition).

– Font: Times New Roman, 12-point font size.

– Documentation: Typed in 1.5 line spacing, MS Word format only.

– Plagiarism: Only original content is accepted; plagiarized entries will be disqualified.

Benefits:

– Prizes:

– 1st Prize: N500,000

– 2nd Prize: N300,000

– 3rd Prize: N200,000

– Winners will also receive free sponsorship to attend the 1st Nigeria Tertiary Institution Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in April 2024 in Abuja.

Required Documents:

– Student’s Institution ID Card

– Copy of Student’s Admission Letter

– One recent passport-size photograph

– WhatsApp telephone number and email address

Application Procedure:

– All entries and submissions (essay and required documents) should be scanned and sent to nigeriaessay@sdgyouth.org before the deadline.

For Further Inquiries:

– Call: 08068931151, 08133846739, 07067772964

– Email: nigeriaessay@sdgyouth.org

Deadline: February 29th, 2024

Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to achieving SDG4 and win exciting prizes. Submit your entry and required documents before the deadline. For any inquiries, feel free to contact them via phone or email.

Education

PENTAGON PARTNERS NATIONAL ESSAY COMPETITION FOR UNDERGRADUATE LAW STUDENTS

Published

9 months ago

February 29, 2024

Eniola sanni

Are you an undergraduate law student in Nigeria eager to explore the intersection of law and Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Pentagon Partners presents a unique opportunity for 400-level and 500-level undergraduate law students to participate in the National Essay Competition.

Competition Overview:

Pentagon Partners National Essay Competition for Undergraduate Law Students

The National Essay Competition invites undergraduate law students to showcase their expertise and contribute to the discourse on AI, privacy, and data protection. In addition to cash prizes, participants have the chance to intern with Pentagon Partners, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Competition Requirements:

1. Eligibility:

– The competition is open to 400-level and 500-level undergraduate law students in Nigerian universities.

2. Essay Requirements:

– Length: Essays should not exceed 1500 words.

– Format: Double spaced, 12pt Times New Roman font.

– References: OSCOLA format for citations with 10pt font size for footnotes and endnotes.

– Submission Format: Essays must be submitted in PDF format.

– Entrant Details: Include full names, school, level, phone number, and email address in both the body of the email and on the last page of the essay.

– Single Entry: Each entrant is allowed only one submission.

– Originality: Plagiarism will result in automatic disqualification.

Competition Benefits and Timeline:

1. Prizes:

– Winner: N200,000

– 1st Runner Up: N150,000

– 2nd Runner Up: N100,000

2. Internship Opportunity:

– In addition to cash prizes, winners have the exclusive opportunity to intern with Pentagon Partners, enhancing their career prospects.

Application Procedure:

– Interested participants should submit their essays to essay@pentagonpartnerslp.com during the submission period.

– The subject of the email should be the Essay topic

For additional information and updates, visit www.pentagonpartnerslp.com.

Deadline: March 22nd, 2024

Don’t miss this chance to showcase your legal expertise, contribute to important discussions on AI and law, and vie for enticing cash prizes. Pentagon Partners looks forward to receiving your submissions.

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SYSTEMSPECS CHILDREN’S DAY ESSAY COMPETITION (CDEC), 2024

Published

9 months ago

February 29, 2024

Eniola sanni

The SystemSpecs Children’s Day Essay Competition (CDEC) is an annual event aimed at fostering innovative thinking among primary and secondary school students in Nigeria. It provides a platform for young minds to propose technological solutions to national challenges.

Purpose:
Inaugurated in 2020, the CDEC is part of SystemSpecs’ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment to promoting capacity development in the Nigerian ICT industry. By encouraging young Nigerians to tackle everyday issues, the competition contributes to intellectual growth and societal progress.

SystemSpecs Children’s Day Essay Competition (CDEC), 2024

Topic:
The theme for the 2024 competition is “Protecting the Nigerian Child from the Dangers of Online Technology.” Participants are tasked with exploring strategies to safeguard children in an increasingly digital world.

Eligibility:
– Open to primary and secondary school students in Nigeria aged 9 to 16.

– Junior category (ages 9 to 12) essays must not exceed 1,000 words.

– Senior category (ages 13 to 16) essays must not exceed 1,500 words.

Prizes:

– Winners will receive generous rewards, including a high-capacity laptop, premium headphones, a portable laptop stand, a smart wristwatch, and one year of internet data, among other items.

– Consolation prizes will be awarded to other participants.

Application Process:

– Interested candidates should access the application page

– Essays must be written in English and reflect original thought.

– Each participant is limited to one entry.

– Entries must be endorsed by an accredited school official, parent, or legal guardian.

– Deadline for submissions is April 12, 2024.

Submission Guidelines:

– All submissions must be in PDF format and include the student’s name, home and school addresses, email address, and contact phone number.

– Double entries will result in automatic disqualification.

– Submissions must be received by March 15, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.

Notification of Winners:

– Successful students and schools will be contacted in the second quarter of the year.

– Updates on winners will be announced on @nercng social media platforms.

The SystemSpecs Children’s Day Essay Competition offers a unique opportunity for Nigerian students to demonstrate their creativity and problem-solving skills. By addressing the theme of online child protection, participants contribute to building a safer and more secure digital environment for all. We encourage eligible students to seize this opportunity and showcase their talent and ingenuity.