Effective one-month study plan for AP World History exam?

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<p>I’m in a sort of a bind here. I waited a bit too long to start studying effectively for the exam, and I realize that time is running out. I talked with a friend and he recommended a study plan I could use to help me get a 5 on the exam. Essentially, I was hoping to receive some advice on how I can improve the plan.</p>

<p>My study plan was divided into daily, every other day, and weekly work, which is as follows:</p>

<p>Daily:</p>

<ul>
<li>Week One: Take notes over each section of the Princeton Review study guide (5 sections total, one section per day)</li>
<li>Week Two - Week Five: Practice writing either a change-over-time or comparison essay.</li>
<li>Week Two - Week Five: Take notes over the Barron’s study guide if I can get it (1 chapter per day)</li>
<li>Week Four - Week Five: 40 multiple choice questions</li>
<li>Week Four - Week Five: Read one section out of PR study guide or one chapter out of Barron’s study guide</li>
</ul>

<p>Every other day:</p>

<ul>
<li>Week Four - Week Five: DBQ essay</li>
</ul>

<p>Weekly:</p>

<ul>
<li>Week One - Week Three: Practice exams</li>
<li>Week One - Week Three: DBQ essays</li>
</ul>

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<p>I feel I should note that during the second week until AP exams, I will be attending a state competition, so I’m not sure how much time I will get for studying during that duration. Also, please note that I have very little knowledge of world history due to the lack of a good teacher (see my previous thread).</p>

<p>Anyways, thanks for everyone’s help beforehand!</p>

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<p>I have a similar plan to this one, only I’m weaving AP Stat and AP Calc review into a month’s time. It shouldn’t matter which subject, so long as you are thoroughly reading through EVERY WORD of the review. Even things that seem basic, you should still read through and make sure that you don’t miss anything. Take all of the practice tests under timed conditions, and make sure you go back and look over whatever doesn’t make sense. I’ve been going through every word and question in Barron’s for AP Stat. At times it seems like a lot to take in and some things seem basic, but going through it all I know I will get it right on test day. The same should work for you with history, but it is very critical that you read through every word.</p>

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<p>Thanks. I’ve been focusing on taking notes while reading sections of the book, as outlined in my study plan. However, I find that I’ve been taking so many notes per day that I have a hard time retaining the material. Are there any recommended ways for remembering details after reading/taking notes that you could provide?</p>

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<p>See if you can get your hands on a pack of AP World History notecards. I think Barron’s sells them at most bookstores. Whenever you have a free moment, whip them out and start studying. Don’t waste your time reviewing things you already know (unless you have only a tentative grasp of the concept). I think you’ve got a solid study plan. Use those cards, get a study group together, perhaps, and you’ll be good to go.</p>