The fundamental assumption of curving is that each class is a representative sample of the population. If you think about this issue using what you learn about sampling in this class, you ll realize that this assumption is false. The following tips are drawn from my knowledge of the things that aid long-term retention. Rote memorization is not effective. Don t simply try to memorize the book.
Organization is a powerful aid to memory.
For example, use the similarities among some of the tests as a way to organize your knowledge of all of them. This brings me to the next point Active processing on the part of the learner is essential. Generating and answering your own study questions has been shown to improve exam performance. Multiple small study sessions spaced out over a period of time are more effective than a single, massive study session. Utilize my office hours if you have questions that I cannot answer in class.