I don’t know about you, but as a student, I never enjoyed studying computer theory. My disdain for this subject became so intense that I avoided studying it as much as I could and finally, it hit me a month or two before my exams, no matter what I still need to sit for and pass this test. Thankfully, I managed to do it and after so many years, here I am, a private tutor in Kolkata. Although I do not teach computer theory, I have still helped students with my tips, and it has worked for all of them.
So, these are the tips and tricks that saved me and hopefully, they will do the same for you. Pay attention and get down to business.
- Study the ICSE board’s computer papers religiously and by studying I do not mean just practicing. Study the question pattern and the types of questions that they give. Look at a few question papers and you will crack the code. Their questions and paper pattern have been incredibly uniform for years now.
- The board treats computer programs a lot like mathematical problems. So, they mark you step-by-step. Even if you are unsure about solving the entire program, do not hesitate to write all the steps that you remember, as you will be marked for all the correct steps.
- Numerous tutors in Kolkata offer private classes for computers, and the best part is that they use practical lessons and explain the concepts and programmers with the help of an actual computer. This audio-visual mode of learning works like magic for students. You can find excellent tutors for Computer at Mr. Banerjee Tutors’ Hub. It is based in Kolkata, but they offer online classes as well.
- Ask your home tutors to arrange mock tests according to the ICSE board’s question pattern, at least a month before the examination. This is an excellent way of accustoming oneself to the exam and as a result, increasing productivity.
- Refer to online learning platforms or YouTube tutorials and classes whenever you are stumped. These will solve your doubts instantly and help you learn quicker, owing to the audio-visual mode of learning.
- Ask your friends for help and offer yours to them. Teaching is the best way of learning and thus, practicing with your friends can be one of the most enjoyable and enriching methods of studying.
Well, here you go. These are the six simple and straightforward last-minute tips by which you can ace your ICSE Computer examinations. So, start studying today and do your part as a student. Remember, it is never too late to try.