Overcome Exam Stress

Exam time can be a really stressful time of year. But there are a few things you can do, even at this late stage that will help you manage your stress and do your best in the exams.
Before the exam

Make a plan. "It's important to get yourself organised," says Ben Wilkes of the University's Counselling Service. "Sit down and make a list of the things you have to do to get ready for your exams." Once you have your list, decide what needs to be done first. Prioritising your work makes it much easier to manage, but be realistic. "Don't overload yourself from day one, or you'll always be fighting to catch up. Make a plan you know you can achieve. You'll feel great when you meet your own goals."
Study when you perform best. "Some people perform best in the morning and others are more effective at night. Think about when you get the most out of your studies and plan your time around it" says Ben. "And try to avoid too many distractions. Turn your phone off, log out of Facebook and concentrate on revising. It will pay off in the long run."
Set yourself goals and rewards. You are working hard: you deserve a treat! Work on one thing at a time and finish it before you move on to the next task.  "Before you start anything, decide on a reward for completing it.  Maybe it's a snack, or a DVD, or twenty minutes on Facebook. When you finish, enjoy your reward, decide what you will do for your next treat and then get back to your studies."
Look after yourself. Eat regularly and try to have a balanced diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables. Avoid burning out by taking regular breaks every couple of hours or so and doing something different. Catch up with friends and family, walk the dog, or just relax for half an hour, but try to keep yourself active by scheduling in some exercise every day. A walk around the block does wonders for your concentration.
Rest is just as important as revision so make sure you get plenty of sleep. "Try to go to bed at the same time every night and get into a routine," says Ben. "You could also cut down on caffeine, alcohol and other drugs to help you get a proper night's sleep."
Be prepared. If you aren't sure about something, ask someone. Talk to your friends, lecturers and tutors. Make sure you know what you should be revising and what to expect when you go into the exam. The night before, pack up everything you need for the following day, and double-check the start time, date and venue. Once you are ready, get a good night's rest.
On the day

Arrive early, but not too early. Hanging around before an exam will only build the pressure. Stay calm and focused, and keep your distance from others who are stressing out. And don't forget to bring some water with you to take into the exam with you.
Stress is normal. "You are bound to feel a little overwhelmed during an exam - it is usually an indicator of your motivation to do well!" says Ben. "Acknowledge that it's part of the process and you will be fine." Take a couple of long deep breaths at the start of the exam and read the paper thoroughly before you start your answers. Make sure you understand what you have to do before you begin.
Remember you have plenty of time. If you can't concentrate or you find your mind wandering, take a couple of minutes to compose yourself. Take a couple of deep breaths, have a drink of water and find your focus again before carrying on. "A good way of regaining composure is to spend some time controlling your muscles. Clench your fist and then concentrate on releasing your tension through your hand. Remind yourself how you can control small things and the rest will come naturally."
Take a break. If you really find yourself struggling in an exam, raise your hand and take a toilet break. Splash your face with cold water, and sit back down calmly. Slowly read the next question and carry on with the rest of the exam.
Stay positive.

The hardest things to overcome are our own negative thoughts, especially around exam time. It's easy for them to creep into our heads, especially when we are under pressure. Before you know it they're the only voices we can hear in our heads. We often exaggerate the bad things, and these can quickly turn into irrational fears: "It's too hard", "I'm going to mess it up", "I'm a failure" and "I'll get kicked out of uni". Sound familiar?
Remember you got where you are because you worked hard and learned well. Exams are just a chance to show how good you are. If you find your inner gremlin whispering doubts in your ear, give yourself calm, rational reassurances: "I've done plenty of tests before", "I'll do my best", "I'm just anxious: it will pass". Anticipation is usually worse than the event. You'll be fine - just keep calm and do your best.

How you can pass your exams easily

Dear Students & Readers
Its going to be the start of new year and a lot of us must be looking forward to having major exams ahead. In student life, the "exam days" are like a boring nightmare that we have to pass through or fail through......Good students are never worried about failure....Its heart breaking that our educational environment does not effectively flourish learning minds, but now I am going to reveal you some very useful secrets that can change way you perform in your next major exam.
Read carefully!!

1. Firstly, Doing well in exams in not rocket science, a genius student is not who has an IQ of 400 or above; outstanding results only emerge from strongly believing in yourself and your educational goals.
2. Set clear and realistic goals for yourself. You can achieve good grade if only you stick to your task until it finishes without any distraction.
3. Always feel relaxed while studying for exam, enjoy what you learn and it will increase your knowledge in a cheerful way.
4. Do not study continuously, take short 5-10 minute breaks in between to relax your brain. Take a walk or eat something. But be right back after short break.
5. Think of your studies as it is your Job. Bound yourself to it like you feel bound to finish your job before leaving. Take responsibility.
6. Eat some chocolate and drink some water before an Exam in order to release tension and perform cheerfully.
7. Don't be overeager and don't be nervous. If you have studied, you should be confident
8. Generally exams have a time limit. Divide the time you have per question or section.
9. Don't write an encyclopedia in your paper, only write to the point. Read the question carefully to answer briefly and convincingly.
10. Some students think that all they studied will be forgotten. This is incorrect. If you have studied, the information will remain with you for all of your life
11. Once you have finished an exam you should double check to avoid mistakes.
12. If someone makes fun of you for studying well, do not fight back or argue. Simply smile! That develops good image.
13. Make a habit of doing light physical exercise, a good fitness certainly helps grades. No need to lift heavy weights for brain power.

At last, the exams are OVER, so enjoy your holidays and do not worry about result, hopefully it will be good if you have followed my advice.

Islamic Education and Modern Education

Education means to know about something. Then why there is placed a difference in Islamic Education and Modern education. Education is education, whether that is science or fiqa. Both are going to one destination i-e Almighty Allah. Then why these people are putting parents and our youth in confusion that some are selling oxford/Cambridge education, some are sitting in madras and some are trying to mix them.

Education is Education. The modern science is being defined as "system of knowledge gained by systematic research and organized into general laws".

The Humans are asked, on various occasions in the Quran, to research, to make some thorough investigations about the universe and to find the hidden truth in the things around us. So, whether it is science, history, math or any other subject all is knowledge, all is education The ALLAH ALMIGHTY has invited us to look around and observe the things in order to solidify our belief in HIM. We believe in ALLAH but it will solidify our belief in HIM even more.

Then why is this difference? There is no difference as we are welcomed to observe, to feel and to understand the things to come closer to our CREATOR. It means that we are entitled to learn science as science is the systematic way to observing a fact or finding a fact for which we are asked to.

Now from where does this concept of "Islamic Education" and "Modern Education" come? In fact we put ourselves in confusion to some part of Islam and preaching only that part is given the name "Islamic Education". Will anybody let me know what Islam really is? Islam is the complete code of life which covers all the knowledge exists on this face of Earth.

Now-a-days whenever we discuss the politics we keep Islam aside. Is it right? Of course not! The Quran says:

Mafhoom: Indeed The Messenger of ALLAH is the best example for you.

And we find The Messenger of ALLAH, Hazrath MUHAMMAD (P.B.U.H) making the policies in the state of MADINA. Now what is this? Does it not prove that politics is a part of Islam?

The economic policies of Hazrath Umer Farooq (The second Caliph) amazed the European economists. Is it not Islam?

In gazwa-e-Badr some of the enemies were captured and those, who were educated among them, were asked to teach the Muslims. Can anybody tell me what they taught to the Muslims, Islamic Virtues? What do you think?

May ALLAH guide us towards the right way and help us in our life.

Masters admission notices guide for Pakistani students

Students who were appeared in the BA/BSc annual examination 2011 of various universities are intending to get admission in different universities at Masters Level. Pakistani universities and Master's Degree awarding institutes will announce the admission notices 2011 right after the result announcement of BA/BSc exams.
Public and private universities of Pakistan mostly publish their admission notices right after the BA/BSc results every year. This year the BA/BSc result 2011 of Punjab University Lahore will be announced on August 12, 2011 and other universities of Pakistan Bachelor result also expected in the month of August. So within few days you can check the Master’s admission notices 2011.

All universities will publish their admission notices on national newspapers of Pakistan. So students you have to keep in touch with the leading newspapers of your region to know about the admission notices of your desired institute. You can also contact to the admission department of the university to know about the admissions.
Dear students you can also explore the internet to check the admission notices 2011 of different Pakistani colleges and universities. ilmkidunya provide you the Master's admission notices 2011 of all Pakistani colleges, universities and degree awarding institutes. Dear students keep in touch with ilmkidunya for the master's admission notices 2011 as the institutes published these notices.
Dear students here I would like to tell you one important thing to remember for applying Master's admission. Students you have to submit some documents with application form which you should prepare in advance.
Here is the list of documents that you required for applying admission.

• Attested photocopy of your CNIC.
• Attested CNIC photocopy of your father/guardian.
• Attested photocopies of your academic credentials, students if you don't get your BA/BSc result card yet, you can take a print of your bachelor result card and submit it.
• Attested photocopy of your character certificate from your previous institute.
• Passport size pictures with blue back ground (students the number of pictures vary institute to institute, usually a institute ask for 4 pictures).

Faculty of Engineering at UNSW - Australia's top Faculty

The Faculty of Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) is Australia's pre-eminent engineering faculty, with a distinguished record in research, strong ties with industry and a reputation locally and internationally for quality education.
The Faculty is the largest in Australia with more than 600 academic teaching and research staff, over 8,000 students and annual revenue of approximately A$116 million. It ranks among the top engineering schools in Australia and offers the widest choice of disciplines in undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing education studies as well as research. Working closely with key industrial, commercial and professional organisations, we develop and deliver programs that are diverse and relevant to current industry needs. This ensures our graduates are always amongst the most highly sought after in the country.
Industry Collaboration
Collaboration with industry has always been intrinsic to the Faculty. A coordinated approach to education ensures that our graduates have a well-rounded skill set whether they are beginning their careers or are already in the marketplace. A strong collaborative partnership also aligns the work of engineering research students and industry, so that industry benefits from engineering innovation.
Recent industry collaborations include:

• Australia's first professorship in electricity power economics is a result of a UNSW-Energy Australia partnership. The Energy Australia Chair in Electrical Power Economics, based in the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications, will focus on developing an understanding of future trading emissions schemes. The Chair will investigate innovative and sustainable infrastructure provision and regulation, taking into accounts the technical, economic, public policy and governance aspects.
• The Evans and Peck Chair for Integrated Transport Innovation will lead the new Research Centre for Integrated Transport Innovation (RCITI) in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The Centre will investigate sustainable approaches to transport infrastructure and operations, with extensive liaison with industry and the government.
• The Mitsubishi Chair in Sustainable Mining Practices, held by Associate Professor David Laurence, will lead the new Australian Centre for Sustainable Mining Practices based in the School of Mining Engineering. The Centre will be an international centre of excellence in sustainable mining research and education, with a particular focus on the Asia-Pacific region. It will provide education for local and international students at undergraduate and postgraduate level and for mining industry professionals.
• A Solar Industrial Research Facility (SIRF) is under construction in the upper UNSW campus. The facility features a state-of-the-art silicon solar cell production line with commercial capability built in partnership with Germany's Roth & Rau, and a Research and Development laboratory aimed at developing and transferring advanced solar cell technologies from the UNSW ARC Photovoltaic Centre of Excellence into commercial production.

The 2010 Australian Government's "Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA)" initiative found that UNSW reached the threshold on more areas of Information Technology (08) than any other Australian university.
An overall score of 4 ranked UNSW's research above the global average, however, the most telling part of the report is in the number of subcategories where UNSW is on par or above the global average - five for UNSW whereas the next highest university made par in only two. UNSW ranked in Computer Software, Distributed Computing and Library and Information studies, Artificial Intelligence and Image Processing, and Information Systems. UNSW was the only Australian University to make the rankings for Computer Software and Distributed Computing!
Funding Success
Ten Faculty of Engineering projects were successful in the latest round of Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage grants, which support collaborative research and development projects on industry-relevant problems. The research is varied and includes monitoring organic matter in drinking water systems using fluorescence spectroscopy, a multipoint voltage sensor for high-power distribution lines, and the economic value of smart integration of electric vehicles into the Australian electricity industry. Overall, the Faculty of Engineering grants totalled A$2.62 million.
UNSW has also been very successful in gaining funding from the Federal Government's Australian Solar Institute competitive funding pool, with an initial Foundation partner A$5 million grant (with ANU and CSIRO), followed by an associated A$4 million Applied Research Grant for work within the SIRF facility, and a further A$5 million Applied Grant for work with industry partners in Australia and China.

How to Educate Your Younger Child

I never had any friendship with my books and education, not at all. And never have friends in school. Afterward, God makes me author due to co-incidence. But, today I prepared myself to take my revenge with little students by sharing some tips with their parents. It is very difficult to make Montessori and kindergarten children to go to school because they think “teachers are vampire” (I knew that very well). Your child has very sharp mind and have many excuses to avoid his school and teachers.

I know that Bill Gates and Newton avoided schools so why they are in our academic books, because they did very well without going school. So, right to the point! I have some basic tips to make your child happy and ready to go to school. You just want to comply with your hairs then you will see the change by yourself. Some tips are very natural whereas some are funny!

Tip#1 – Inquire about his friends and other activities

Make your child ready to share his/her stories with you. Inquire him about his school activities related to fun and friends. Ask questions about his friends and teachers. Ask about his playing time and recess, how he plays with his friends. Request him for meeting with his friend and give advises to increase friendship by sharing school supplies and lunch boxes.

Tip#2 – Take Care of his Sleeping Time

Make sure he slept well last night then prepare him for school. Do not send him school in drowsy feeling because it can default his studies and also other students in the class. Please take care of his sleeping time, if you were in any kind of event last night so you need to leave that event at right time because it can ruin your child’s future.

Tip#3 – Read, Writing and Spelling Issues

The main issue of every new school child is reading, writing and spelling problem. School is not for all day, so you have to manage all of these deficiencies at home. You can adjust his reading by bedtime stories and poems. Writing issue can be solved by easy handwriting books that are easily available in local market. And after that you have to solve the spelling related issues, because mostly of students have spelling mistake issues due to contraction and pronunciation spoken by you. In this case, you have to be accountable with your language.

Tip#4 – Hang Out Daily

You have to hang out with your child daily, make him happy so he can realize his feelings on you. He will share his views with you then teach him about your culture and religion that makes him to nourish with modern world.

Please, make his future wealthy because he is only who can make his nation’s future wealthy and healthy. I am sure that the day is not far when all students of the world love their teachers. Feedback me if you like my school related tips and other articles.